[Remote] Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Peraton is hiring a Digital Forensics and Incident Response Analyst to support its Corporate Cybersecurity Operations Center. The role focuses on cyber data analytics, threat hunting, security event analysis, incident response, and technical review of team work.

Responsibilities

• Protect the organization's IT assets as a member of the Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC)
• Implement DFIR strategies to identify risks and reduce gaps in host and network security controls
• Collaborate with IT Operations and end users to proactively prevent intrusions and support incident response efforts
• Prepare CSOC reports documenting security incidents from discovery through remediation
• Support vulnerability and cyber risk management by continuously monitoring threats and exposures
• Test and evaluate technology solutions in preparation for both small and large-scale deployments
• Participate in periodic on-call rotations supporting 24/7 cybersecurity operations

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or 4 additional years of experience in a cybersecurity-related field in lieu of degree, or equivalent Security Operations work experience
• Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security or Splunk Certified Power User
• DFIR experience using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies
• Experience performing forensic analysis on various evidence types including disk, memory, network, and cloud artifacts
• Proficient with common scripting and programming languages
• Experience with Risk Management Frameworks
• In-depth understanding of common security controls for Windows, Linux, and network equipment
• Strong attention to detail, time‑management skills, and a professional demeanor
• US Citizenship
• Advanced Splunk certification is a plus

Benefits

• Eligible employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
• Eligible employees: medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays.

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