Host Forensic Analyst/Host Based Systems Analyst

Host Forensic Analyst/Host Based Systems AnalystLocation: Arlington, VAMust have Top Secret Security ClearanceNode is seeking Host Forensic Analyst to support this critical customer mission.Responsibilities:- Assisting Federal leads with overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating evidence collection operations- Providing technical assistance on digital evidence matters and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary- Writing in-depth reports, supporting with peer reviews, and providing quality assurance reviews for junior personnel- Supporting forensic analysis and mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis, and reporting in support of onsite engagements.- Assisting with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigation- Planning, coordinating, and directing the inventory, examination, and comprehensive technical analysis of computer-related evidence- Distilling analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports- Serving as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details including forensic methodologies and protocols- Tracking and documenting on-site incident response activities and providing updates to leadership throughout the engagement- Evaluating, extracting, and analyzing suspected malicious codeRequirementsRequired Skills:- U.S. Citizenshipc`- Must have an active TS/SCI clearance- Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability- 5+ 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- Experience with proper evidence handling 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 a proactive analysis of systems and networks, including creating trust levels of critical resources- Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.Desired Skills:- Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools:--- EnCase--- FTK--- SIFT--- X-Ways--- Volatility--- WireShark--- Sleuth Kit/Autopsy--- Splunk--- Snort--- Other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, Carbon Black, etc)- Proficiency in conducting all-source research.Required Education:BS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma and 7 -9 years of host or digital forensics experienceDesired Certifications:- GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSPCompany Overview:Node.Digital is an independent Digital Automation & Cognitive Engineering company that integrates best-of-breed technologies to accelerate business impact.Our Core Values help us in our mission. They include:OUR CORE VALUESIdentifying the~RIGHT PEOPLE~and developing them to their full capabilitiesOur customer’s “Mission” is our “Mission”. Our~MISSION FIRST~approach is designed to keep our customers fully engaged while becoming their trusted partnerWe believe in~SIMPLIFYING~complex problems with a relentless focus on agile delivery excellenceOur mantra is “~Simple*Secure*Speed~” in the delivery of innovative services and solutionsBenefitsWe are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include: Medical Dental Vision Basic Life Long-Term Disability Health Saving Account 401K Three weeks of PTO 10 Paid Holidays Pre-Approved Online Training

Host Forensic Analyst/Host Based Systems Analyst

Location: Arlington, VA

Must have Top Secret Security Clearance

Node is seeking Host Forensic Analyst to support this critical customer mission.

Responsibilities:

- Assisting Federal leads with overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating evidence collection operations

- Providing technical assistance on digital evidence matters and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary

- Writing in-depth reports, supporting with peer reviews, and providing quality assurance reviews for junior personnel

- Supporting forensic analysis and mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis, and reporting in support of onsite engagements.

- Assisting with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigation

- Planning, coordinating, and directing the inventory, examination, and comprehensive technical analysis of computer-related evidence

- Distilling analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports

- Serving as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details including forensic methodologies and protocols

- Tracking and documenting on-site incident response activities and providing updates to leadership throughout the engagement

- Evaluating, extracting, and analyzing suspected malicious code

Requirements

Required Skills:

- U.S. Citizenshipc`

- Must have an active TS/SCI clearance

- Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability

- 5+ 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

- Experience with proper evidence handling 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 a proactive analysis of systems and networks, including creating trust levels of critical resources

- Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.

Desired Skills:

- Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools:

--- EnCase

--- FTK

--- SIFT

--- X-Ways

--- Volatility

--- WireShark

--- Sleuth Kit/Autopsy

--- Splunk

--- Snort

--- Other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, Carbon Black, etc)

- Proficiency in conducting all-source research.

Required Education:

BS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma and 7 -9 years of host or digital forensics experience

Desired Certifications:

- GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP

Company Overview:

Node.Digital is an independent Digital Automation & Cognitive Engineering company that integrates best-of-breed technologies to accelerate business impact.

Our Core Values help us in our mission. They include:

OUR CORE VALUES

Identifying the~RIGHT PEOPLE~and developing them to their full capabilities

Our customer’s “Mission” is our “Mission”. Our~MISSION FIRST~approach is designed to keep our customers fully engaged while becoming their trusted partner

We believe in~SIMPLIFYING~complex problems with a relentless focus on agile delivery excellence

Our mantra is “~Simple*Secure*Speed~” in the delivery of innovative services and solutions

Benefits

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Saving Account
• 401K
• Three weeks of PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Pre-Approved Online Training

Node.Digital is an innovative minority-owned solutions and services company that specializes in AI & Automation. We combine our proprietary agile development services (CxD) with next generation technology development to create seamless and beneficial customer experiences. We drive digitalization and automation by blending the right combination of story, strategy and technology to create frictionless multichannel user experiences

Node.Digital is an innovative minority-owned solutions and services company that specializes in AI & Automation. We combine our proprietary agile development services (CxD) with next generation technology development to create seamless and beneficial customer experiences. We drive digitalization and automation by blending the right combination of story, strategy and technology to create frictionless multichannel user experiences