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Lead Security Investigator

Leesburg, VA · Information Technology
Lead Security Investigator
Location:  Leesburg, VA (Onsite)

We are currently seeking a seeking a Lead Security Investigator to join our growing team in support of Security Operations Center on a newly awarded contract. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a network security environment, such as a Security Operations Center (SOC), Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), Computer Incident Response Center (CIRC) or Cyber Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC).

Job Description: 
  • Lead staff to proactively investigate and respond to security incidents.
  • Ensure incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation and monitoring.
  • Ensure compliance to Service Level Agreements (SLA), process adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives and mitigate threats.
  • Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current operational activities; review policies and recommend changes to improve governance.
  • Responsible for team management and overall use of resources and initiation of corrective action where required for Security Operations Center.
  •    Conduct in-depth forensic analysis of digital systems, applications, and data to determine the extent and impact of security breaches.
  • Gather evidence, preserve chain of custody, and ensure the integrity of data during investigations.
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of cybersecurity investigators.
  • Responsible for leveraging standard and non-standard logs in SIEM for the investigation
  • Co-ordinate with stakeholders to build and maintain positive working relationship
  • Prepare detailed incident reports and documentation outlining the nature of breaches, investigative procedures, and findings

Minimum Requirements
  • Minimum six (6) years experience
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Several years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity investigations and incident response.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Cyber Forensics Professional (CCFP), or equivalent.
  • Strong knowledge of cyber threats, attack vectors, and security vulnerabilities.
  • Proficiency in digital forensics tools, network analysis tools, and malware analysis.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving mindset and the ability to make well-informed decisions under pressure.
  • Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks related to cybersecurity and data privacy.
  • Experience working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

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