​​Insider Threat / Cyber Forensics Analyst​

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Ashburn, VA
126K-228K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
As a Cyber Forensics Analyst, you will conduct cyber forensic investigations, threat analysis, and manage evidence to ensure system security.
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Leidos thrives on innovation, fueled by the passion and expertise of our talented and diverse teams. We’re committed to customer success, empowering our people, supporting communities, and promoting sustainability. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, we always strive to do the right thing.

We are seeking an Insider Threat/Cyber Forensics Analyst to join our high-performing digital forensics team supporting the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Security Operations Center (SOC). The CBP SOC ensures the security of the CBP’s enterprise-wide systems by investigating, mitigating, and reporting suspected or confirmed security incidents.

Your Role: As part of this technical team, you will lead in-depth cyber forensic investigations, insider threat analysis, root cause assessments, and data spillage investigations. You will also manage tools, processes, and evidence custody to safeguard customer systems, networks, and assets. Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting digital forensic investigations, threat analysis, and reporting findings in forensically sound formats.

  • Analyzing system endpoints (Windows, Linux, Mac, mobile, cloud) and network-based data.

  • Supporting enterprise recovery efforts and ensuring incidents are properly remediated.

  • Utilizing advanced forensic tools (e.g., FTK, Encase) for malware analysis and memory forensics.

  • Developing scripts, security content, and tools to enhance investigations.

  • Maintaining forensic lab software and hardware.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 12–15 years of relevant experience in digital forensics and insider threat analysis.

  • Strong communication and problem-solving abilities under pressure.

  • Experience creating forensically sound reports and conducting in-depth investigations.

  • Effective communication skills with emphasis on attention to detail, ability to accurately capture and document technical remediation details, and ability to brief stakeholders on incident statuses, recovery and root causes.  

  • Ability to generate forensically sound cyber analysis reports detailing forensically sound analysis procedures, findings, and recommendations from incident investigations.  

      Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

      Preferred Skills:

    • Knowledge of Cyber Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK, and advanced detection methods.

    • Experience scripting in Python, Bash, Visual Basic, or PowerShell.

    • Previous experience in Federal, DoD, or law enforcement environments.

    Required Certifications (at least one): GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, GREM, CISSP, CHFI, OSCP, or related certifications.

    If you’re ready to thrive in a mission-driven environment and contribute to securing critical systems, we’d love to have you join our team!

     

    Original Posting:April 3, 2025

    For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

    Pay Range:Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

    The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

    Top Skills

    Bash
    Encase
    Ftk
    Powershell
    Python
    Visual Basic
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    The Company
    Alexandria, VA
    27,104 Employees
    On-site Workplace

    What We Do

    We Are Leidos

    For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.

    OUR MISSION
    Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.

    Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

    Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

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