Host Based Systems Analyst 2 Location: Arlington, VA Clearance: TS/ SCI Eligibility The Host Based Systems Analyst Lead requires proficiency and proven capability in the below areas: Responsibilities include : Using leading edge technology and industry standard forensic tools and procedures to provide insight into the cause and effect of suspected cyber intrusions Following proper evidence handling procedures and chain of custody protocols Producing written reports documenting digital forensic findings Determining programs that have been executed, finding files that have been changed on disk and in memory Using timestamps and logs (host and network) to develop authoritative timelines of activity Finding evidence of deleted files and hidden data Identifying and documenting case relevant file-system artifacts (browser histories, account usage and USB histories, etc.) Creating forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic image) to use for data recovery and analysis Performing all-source research for similar or related network events or incidents Assisting in preliminary analysis by tracing an activity to its source and documenting findings for input into a forensic report Documenting original condition of digital and/or associated evidence by taking photographs and collecting hash information Assisting team members in imaging digital media Assisting in gathering, accessing and assessing evidence from electronic devices using forensic tools and knowledge of operating systems Using hashing algorithms to validate forensic images Working with mentors to identify and understand adversary TTPs Assisting team members in analyzing the behaviors of malicious software Under direct guidance and coaching, locating critical items in various file systems to aid more senior personnel in their analysis Performing analysis of log files from a variety of sources to identify possible threats to computer security.
Required Skills: 1 years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic tools Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic images) Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings Experience with the analysis and characterization of cyber attacks Substantial knowledge of Splunk (or other SIEMs) Experience with proper evidence handing procedures and chain of custody protocols Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities Knowledgeable in proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resources Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.
Desired Skills: Experience with one or more of the following tools: EnCase FTK SIFT X-Ways Volatility WireShark Sleuth Kit/Autopsy Snort Other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, Carbon Black, etc) Experience with conducting all-source research.
Required Education: BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering or related degree with 2-4 years of experience or High School degree with 4-6 years of experience.
Desired Certifications: GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP ABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans