Cyber Analyst

Description

The Ascendancy Group’s Mission

To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.

Overview

As a Cyber Analyst, you will analyze foreign cyber threats and capabilities and integrate cyber intelligence into all source analysis and operational planning. Employment type Full time; contingent upon contract award.

Security Requirement

Current Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Analyze foreign cyber actors, capabilities, and intentions that may affect DoW personnel, operations, and interests.

• Integrate cyber intelligence into all source analysis and operational planning.

• Produce timely reports, assessments, and briefings for analysts, planners, and leadership.

• Work with collection managers and IC partners to develop and refine cyber intelligence requirements.

• Track trends in adversary cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Requirements

Required:

• Minimum 7 years of experience related to this labor category, with a portion of that experience within the last 2 years. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred; 7 years of direct experience may be substituted for the degree.

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

• Working knowledge of the concepts and functions of this labor category.

• Knowledge of IC and DoW classification guidelines and procedures, and the ability to apply them.

• Ability to work semi independently with oversight and direction.

• Ability to use logic when evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information, and to defend judgments with sound, logical conclusions.

• Ability to produce timely, logical, and concise reports, assessments, and briefing materials using Microsoft Office tools.

• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, with strong grammar skills.

• Ability to conduct structured research and maintain information within security and data protocols.

• Ability to recognize nuances and resolve contradictions and inconsistencies in information.

Desired:

• Experience supporting Joint or special operations organizations.

• Ability to work independently with limited government oversight and function effectively as part of a team in a joint environment.

• Experience in a deployed environment.

• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or GIAC.

About TAG

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust. We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government focused teammates are former members of the Department of War or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation’s security.

If you possess the experience, qualifications, and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration.