Cyber threat analyst

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

Network Security Engineer

General Description

GuidePoint Security is seeking an individual to support the Detection and Automation Engineering (DAE) program by designing, implementing, and maintaining automated/Super Intelligence security detection, integration capabilities across enterprise security monitoring technologies. The individual will strengthen threat detection and response through detection engineering, security automation, systems integration, data analysis, super intelligent and continuous improvement of detection content and workflows. The role requires close collaboration with security operations, threat intelligence, and incident response stakeholders, along with strong documentation and operationalization practices.

About the Federal Region

GuidePoint Security is the trusted partner that defense and civilian government agencies rely on to lead their cybersecurity efforts and protect their organizations. We help solve their most complex security challenges, mature security architectures, and proactively reduce risk. Our purpose-built solutions ensure compliance, safeguard critical assets, and align security with organizational objectives. Backed by deep expertise, strong partnerships, and advanced technologies, we deliver scalable, adaptive capabilities that evolve with the threat landscape so Federal agencies can lead with confidence and protect what’s next.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Detection Engineering & Automation/SI: Build automation/SI and integration workflows to improve detection and response.
• Security platform integration: Integrate and optimize security technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, SOAR, threat intelligence) into a cohesive detection architecture.
• Requirements-to-implementation: Perform requirements analysis and translate operational security needs into technical specifications and implementable solutions.
• Testing & validation: Execute testing, evaluation, and validation of detections and automation/SI workflows; drive continuous improvements based on results and operational feedback.
• Security data analysis: Analyze telemetry to identify anomalies, trends, and detection gaps; recommend and implement detection enhancements.
• Documentation & sustainment: Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and runbooks to support reliable operations.
• Cross-functional coordination: Work closely with SOC, threat intelligence, and incident response teams to align detections to threat priorities and operational processes.
• Emerging capability evaluation: Research and assess new security and SI/ML capabilities to enhance detection effectiveness.

Required Experience and Education

A minimum of eight (8) years’ relevant experience. A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field, then four additional years of related experience is required. CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent baseline) One of: GCIA, GCIH, or CompTIA CySA+ Programming/scripting certification or demonstrated proficiency (e.g., Python, PowerShell, similar)

Preferred Experience and Education

• Experience with ServiceNow or other Change/Incident/Problem management ticketing technology
• IT system administration experience (systems management, networks, firewalls) in an enterprise environment
• Experience with user directory technologies for authentication (e.g., LDAP, Active Directory)
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Unix and Linux configuration and troubleshooting
• Experience with technologies that use TLS/SSL encryption (e.g., F5, Netscaler, IIS, Apache, WebLogic, WebSphere, etc.)
• Proficiency with server virtualization technologies (VMWare, HyperV)
• Database administration (MSSQL) experience
• A+, NET+, SEC+, nCSE, Venafi/CyberArk Admin, certified encryption engineer, CCENT, CCNA
• CISA NICE Framework, ISO 27001/27002, FISMA, FedRAMP, OMB Circulars and Federal Cybersecurity Directives OR Privacy Act
• Malware analysis, Digital forensics procedures, Risk assessment methodologies OR Machine learning and SI for security
• NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls, CIS Controls OR MITRE ATT&CK Framework
• SOAR Tools: SentinelOne, SentinelOne Hyperautomation, Splunk Enterprise Security, Splunk SOAR
• Operating systems (Windows/Linux/Unix)
• Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Programming/scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

Travel Requirements

Work will be REMOTE with candidates located in Morrisville, NC; Falls Church, VA; or Eagan, MN given preference.

Additional Provisions

Pass a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check. Once candidate’s resume is approved and interview passed; the agency is responsible for providing drug screening. Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process. If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance. All candidates must be a US Citizen or permanent status Green Card holder. Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.) All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative. Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time. The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e., collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work. Substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for a minimum of 8 hours a day. Required to have close visual acuity to view computer terminal and/or extensive reading for a minimum of 8 hours a day. If you have additional physical requirements/changes, please discuss with HR first.

“Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.”

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,300 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers. Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity. This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks….

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option