Defensive Security Analyst - Hybrid Opportunity in Washington, DC

Requirements:Active TS/SCI Clearance or eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information designation. Availability to work on-site in Washington, DC, Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 6 PM ET, with potential for after-hours or weekend duties during urgent incidents. Proven experience in incident response activities and digital forensics state preservation, including the capture and preservation of system logs, volatile memory, and hard drive images. Demonstrated experience within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment. Proficient in operating and maintaining a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system. Familiarity with cloud architectures, particularly AWS or Azure. Experience with programming or scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash. Capability to conduct host forensics, network forensics, log analysis, and malware triage to support hunt operations. Professional interaction with client contacts and staff. Proficient use of forensic and incident response tools. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for both technical and executive audiences. Preferred Qualifications:Experience in penetration testing. Quick learning ability and a desire to stay updated with the latest technologies. Capability to educate others on forensic and incident response techniques and tools.