Link Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Forensic/Malware Analyst (Senior-Level) to join our team in Sierra Vista, AZ. US Citizen Must have DoD Secret Clearance Non-remote (relocation incentive available) Starting Bonus Available The Forensic/Malware Analyst will provide information technology services and support for the US Army Regional Cyber Center program responsible for operating, managing, and defending the Army’s NIPRNet and Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) CONUS portion of the GIG, and the NIPRNet and SIPRNet DoDIN-A. The candidate will lead and participate in the evaluation and analysis of complex malicious code through the utilization of tools, including dissemblers, debuggers, hex editors, unpackers, virtual machines, and network sniffers. The Analyst will be responsible for providing findings in a technical report with details of the malware, identification parameters, advanced capabilities, and mitigation strategies. Job Responsibilities: Responsible for providing findings in a technical report with details of the malware, identification parameters, advanced capabilities, and mitigation strategies. Conducts research in the area of malicious software, vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics. Requires experience with application security, network security, reverse engineering, or malware. Provide network infrastructure security, Network Assistance Visits (NAVs), (NAV), System and Web Assessments, and network security. Monitor, detect, and analyze NIPRNet and SIPRNet during core hours. Responsible for maintaining a Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan for DCO systems and services. Provide Tactical DCO integration support by integrating tactical network sensor events and signature analysis. Provide analysis and signature development assistance to ensure tactical units can detect, identify, and respond to threats on the network. Ensure Tactical data feeds are ingested into the RCC Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and that unit data is provided. Provide incident response and analysis on detected or reported malicious events. Lead and participate in the evaluation and analysis of complex malicious code through the utilization of tools, including dissemblers, debuggers, hex editors, un-packers, virtual machines, and network sniffers. Provide findings in a technical report with details of the malware, identification parameters, advanced capabilities, and mitigation strategies. Conducts research in malicious software, vulnerabilities, and exploitation tactics. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Qualifications: US Citizenship Must have DoD Secret Clearance GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security Training, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, etc.) BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science. Ten (10+) years of directly related experience. Requires strong knowledge of worms, viruses, Trojans, rootkits, botnets, Windows internals, and the Win32 API. Experience with application security, network security, reverse engineering, or malware. Experience in programming (assembly and web) and system analysis with various tools, including IDA Pro, Ollydbg, PCAP tools, and TCP Dump. Additional Certification Required: (most have one of the following) CCE: Certified Cybersecurity Engineer CCISO: Certified Chief Information Security Officer CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker CFR: CyberSec First Responder CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor CISM: Certified Information Security Manager Cloud+: CompTIA Cloud plus CPTE: Certified Penetration Testing Engineer CySA+: CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst plus FITSP-A: Federal IT Security Professional-Auditor-NG GCED: GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender GCFE: GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner GCIH: GIAC Certifed Incident Handler GCSA: GIAC Cloud Security Automation GICSP: Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional GPEN: GIAC Penetration Tester GSEC: GIAC Security Essentials Certification PenTest+: CompTIA Penetration Tester plus Preferred: Professionally certified, within a CND discipline, as Technical Level III as defined by DODI 8570 MA/MS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science. Understanding of U.S. Army IT operational and technical requirements. Experience leading a technically complex organization. Experience managing contractors in a DoD environment. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Additional Information: This opportunity is contingent upon successful award and contract negotiation which is currently in process. Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more. Link Solutions, Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Compensation Package: Yearly pay Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Work Location: In person