COMPANY OVERVIEW

Founded in 2007 in Huntsville, AL, MartinFed provides the U.S. government with customer-focused, performance-based solutions using technology and an empowered workforce as an engine to drive its customers' missions. Our goal is to attract the best and brightest within their field.

We invest in our people because they are our greatest asset. They cultivate our purpose, embody and reflect our core values, and define our culture. MartinFed's core values that set us apart are the following:

• Be Driven- We are fueled by the hunger to learn more and do more.
• Be Curious- We engage in continuous improvement - never accepting the status quo.
• Be Humble- We seek honest feedback to strengthen our relationships.
• Pursue Excellence- We strive to achieve extraordinary results and do not settle for mediocrity.

Strive for excellence and consider joining our growing team today!

Please Note: This position is contingent upon award

JOB OVERVIEW

The Cyber Defense Analyst plays a crucial role in safeguarding government networks, systems, and data from cyber threats and attacks. This position involves proactive monitoring, analysis, and response to potential security incidents, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of strategies to strengthen the overall cyber defense posture. The Cyber Defense Analyst collaborates closely with IT teams, security professionals, and law enforcement agencies to detect and mitigate cyber threats and ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of sensitive government information.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform penetration testing on customer information systems utilizing industry-standard penetration toolsets, document system configurations, hosts, URLs, and system diagrams, and review and test systems accounts and other users and system-defined configurations.
2. Threat Detection and Monitoring:
   1. Utilize advanced security tools and technologies to monitor network traffic, system logs, and other sources for indicators of compromise and potential threats.
   2. Analyze security data to identify patterns and anomalies that could indicate malicious activity.
3. Incident Response and Mitigation:
   1. Respond promptly to security incidents, breaches, and vulnerabilities, coordinating with incident response teams to contain and mitigate the impact.
   2. Conduct forensic analysis and detailed investigations to determine the nature and extent of cyber incidents.
4. Vulnerability Assessment:
   1. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in systems and applications.
   2. Collaborate with IT teams to prioritize and address vulnerabilities based on risk assessment.
5. Cyber Threat Intelligence:
   1. Stay updated on emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and trends by monitoring threat intelligence feeds, forums, and publications.
   2. Translate threat intelligence into actionable insights for enhancing cyber defense strategies.
6. Security Documentation and Reporting:
   1. Create and maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, investigations, and response activities.
   2. Prepare reports and presentations to communicate cyber threat trends and defense measures to management and stakeholders.
7. Collaboration and Training:
   1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide guidance and support in implementing security best practices.
   2. Conduct training sessions for IT staff and end users to enhance security awareness and promote responsible online behavior.
8. Continuous Improvement:
   1. Participate in post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement in cyber defense strategies.
   2. Propose and implement enhancements to security controls and processes based on industry standards and evolving threat landscape.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer cience, or a related field.

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