• Forensics / Malware Analyst

    Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies (Honolulu, HI)


    Forensics / Malware Analyst

     

    Location HI - Honolulu

     

    Job Code 12904

     

    # of openings 1

     

    The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Forensics / Malware Analyst to support our government customer located Fort Shafter, Hawai'i .

    DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Analyze, correlate, and trend anomalous events and incidents to characterize threats or incidents discovered throughout an advanced network logging infrastructure.

    + Opportunities to utilize and develop state-of-the-art security solutions and digital forensic solutions to perform automatic analysis of network and host traffic are available to the analyst.

    + Have an ability to keep up with the fast-paced cyber warfare environment, while inspiring and mentoring other intermediate analysts to deter existing and future threats that could affect thousands of users within the Pacific.

    + Professional development of the analyst is available in various forms to help support current and planned mission requirements.

    + Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

    REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

    + Minimum of four (4) years of experience in cyber network defense and network analysis.

    + Previous experience with performing/leading cyber warfare investigations

    + DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certifications for CSSP-Analyst: (CEH, CySA+, CFR, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER)

    + Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

    + Industry certifications in offensive, forensic, and defensive cyber (preferred)

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

    + Utilize advanced detection capabilities for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and Digital Forensic solutions

    + Understand current infrastructure, routing of data throughout a network, and comprehend data set locations to perform timely analysis

    + Lead other analysts in performing analytical investigations of discovered, self-reported, or tipped anomalous activities

    + Facilitate reporting and situational awareness to other parent and co-organizations of ongoing efforts to support mission requirements

    + Provide investigative assistance and reporting in collaboration with Law Enforcement and Counter-Intelligence agencies

    + Brief various stakeholders of ongoing investigations and create professional written reports to technical and non-technical audiences as applicable

    + Mentor analysts and update Incident Handling procedures, response guidelines, and playbooks based on findings and lessons learned

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills

    + Non-expired passport required to travel abroad, possibly once a year, to other countries as needed.

    REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

    + Must be a U.S. Citizen

    + Secret security clearance

    + Ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance required.

     

    The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

     

    We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here ([email protected]?subject=Request%20for%20accommodation.) to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

     

    •EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”

     

    The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

     

    For additional information, please visit  www.alakainafoundation.com

     

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