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Senior Cyber Security Analyst - General Dynamics Information Technology
Security Engineer
Senior Cyber Security Analyst responsible for protecting the Air Force’s Distributed Common Ground System, leveraging SIEM, incident response, and Python scripting to defend critical ISR operations worldwide.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Lead threat detection and response for the Air Force’s Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) across global ISR operations.
- Configure, maintain, and analyze SIEM platforms to identify and mitigate advanced cyber threats.
- Develop and automate security scripts in Python to streamline incident handling and system hardening.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement network security controls and conduct vulnerability assessments.
- Document findings, produce detailed incident reports, and recommend actionable improvements to enhance overall cyber resilience.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in cyber network defense, preferably within a military or intelligence environment.
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and incident response frameworks.
- Strong scripting skills in Python for automation and data analysis.
- Deep understanding of network security principles, threat hunting, and vulnerability management.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a high‑stakes, mission‑critical setting.