Threat Hunt Analyst

Job overview

The Threat Hunt Analyst role is hybrid in Washington, DC, with an onsite location in the city. Compensation is not specified. cFocus Software supports the Administrative Office of the United States Courts (AOUSC). The analyst conducts proactive threat hunting and adversary emulation, using hypotheses, large datasets, and scripting to identify advanced persistent threat behavior. This work supports the program’s cybersecurity mission and the security of the systems it serves.

What you'll do

• Conduct proactive threat hunting or adversary emulation
• form hypotheses, query large datasets, and identify APT behavior
• use Python and PowerShell to develop tools.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

threat hunt analyst

hybrid

washington dc

cfocus software

aousc

cybersecurity

threat hunting

adversary emulation

python

powershell

public trust clearance

apt detection

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an active Public Trust clearance, a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, and relevant threat-hunting experience.

About the employer

cFocus Software Incorporated is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.