Cyber Incident Detection/Response Analyst (Mid)

Req ID: 397372 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Cyber Incident Detection/Response Analyst (Mid) to join our team in Springfield, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary: 

Play a key role in defending our client's enterprise IT environment against evolving cyber threats.  Investigate security incidents, analyze suspicious activity, coordinate response and remediation efforts, and help strengthen the ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks. This position offers the opportunity to tackle complex cybersecurity challenges across interconnected networks, cloud platforms, and mission-critical systems. Perform Tier 2 cyber incident investigation, response coordination, containment and remediation tracking for complex events affecting enterprise systems and networks.

Job Duties:

• Investigate security events using SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewall, antivirus, web filtering, and threat intelligence data.
• Correlate indicators, host/network artifacts and adversary behavior to determine scope, severity, probable root cause, and operational impact.
• Coordinate containment, eradication, recovery, and stakeholder communications using approved incident response processes and authority.
• Lead focused technical incident response activities or shifts when assigned; coordinate with SOC/NOC staff and external incident response partners.
• Conduct host forensic triage and support malware analysis in controlled environments, as authorized; preserve evidence and chain of custody.
• Perform quality assurance on incident documentation and closure; identify recurring patterns and improve playbooks and knowledge articles.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 years of cybersecurity incident detection, response, investigation, or SOC experience. 
• Active cybersecurity incident-response certification, such as CompTIA CySA+, GIAC GCIH, GIAC GCFA, or an equivalent validated against the assigned 8140 work role.
• Ability to work on-site in Springfield, VA, including rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and federal holidays as needed to support 24x7x365 operations.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Preferred qualifications: 

• Experience in incident command, endpoint and network forensics, threat intelligence, cloud investigations, phishing/malware response, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Working knowledge of Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel or comparable SIEM, enterprise EDR, ServiceNow, and federal incident handling procedures.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $96,492 - $144,738. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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