ICS Threat Hunt Analyst Active Top Secret

Peraton is currently hiringIndustrial Control System Cyber Threat Intelligence Analystfor its Federal Strategic Cyber programs.

Location: On-site role in Arlington VA.

In this role you will:

• Conduct proactive threat hunting across operational technology (OT) and industrial control system (ICS) environments to identify adversary presence misconfigurations and indicators of compromise.
• Leverage internet-facing asset discovery and reconnaissance platforms (e.g. Shodan Censys) to identify exposed ICS/SCADA assets assess attack surface and inform threat assessments.
• Perform open-source intelligence (OSINT) research and analysis to identify current and emerging threats targeting critical infrastructure sectors.
• Analyze network traffic patterns ICS communication protocols (e.g. Modbus DNP3 BACnet OPC UA Ethernet/IP S7comm) and system architectures to identify anomalous or malicious activity.
• Fuse multiple intelligence sources to develop products recommendations and inform priorities for the organization.
• Research and investigate current threats in operational technology specific critical infrastructure sectors and mission areas to inform senior leaders and drive priorities for operational teams including forward-deployed incident response and threat hunting functions.
• Prepare assessments and cyber threat profiles of current events and trends within ICS/SCADA environments.
• Escalate new or high-priority threats to the Cyber Physical Forensics Section as required.
• Map ICS threat activity using the MITRE ATT&CK for ICS Framework.
• Seamlessly work alongside a team of host network and cloud forensic analysts to meet mission requirements for both incident response and threat hunting engagements.
• Identify potential open-source vulnerabilities existing within ICS/SCADA systems and assess exploitability in the context of real-world threat actor capabilities.
• Identify classified threat intelligence reporting related to ICS/SCADA and analyze for adversary intent and capability.
• Contribute to Pre-Deployment Readiness Packages and campaign tracking.
• Produce high-quality papers presentations recommendations and findings for senior U.S. government intelligence and operations officials.

• Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience or an Associates degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or HS and 6 years in lieu of a bachelors degree.
• Demonstrated experience conducting threat hunting network reconnaissance or vulnerability assessment in IT or OT environments.
• Familiarity with ICS/SCADA systems protocols (e.g. Modbus DNP3 BACnet OPC UA Ethernet/IP) and their associated security risks.
• Hands-on experience with internet-facing asset discovery tools such as Shodan Censys or similar platforms for identifying exposed infrastructure.
• Experience performing open-source intelligence (OSINT) collection and analysis to support cyber threat assessments.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP routing switching firewalls VPNs) and how they apply to IT/OT convergence environments.
• Experience researching and analyzing cyber threats across either a) multiple industries or b) multiple timeframes including but not limited to critical infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with common cyber threat intelligence tools such as DomainTools VirusTotal Maltego exploit-db etc..
• Experience producing and completing all-source (unclassified and classified) finished intelligence assessments that adhere to ICD203 analytic tradecraft standards.
• Proven ability to collaborate and establish key threat intelligence partnerships to bolster information sharing and defenses.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• An Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Additionally have the ability to obtain/maintain DHS EOD agency clearance prior to starting

Certifications (any of the following):

• SANS GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
• SANS GIAC Response and Industrial Defense (GRID)
• SANS GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
• SANS GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
• SANS GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
• SANS GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• CompTIA CySA
• CompTIA Network
• CompTIA Security
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certificate Program (ICSCP)
• Dragos Platform Certified Analyst
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

Preferred/Nice-to-Have Skills (not required):

• Experience with network traffic analysis tools (e.g. Wireshark Zeek NetworkMiner)
• Experience with network scanning and enumeration tools (e.g. Nmap Masscan)
• Familiarity with ICS-specific threat intelligence platforms (e.g. Dragos WorldView Claroty Nozomi Networks)
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-82 (Guide to ICS Security) and IEC 62443 standards
• Experience with SIEM platforms and log analysis in OT environments
• Sector-specific experience in Energy Water/Wastewater Transportation or Manufacturing
• Understanding of PLC HMI RTU and DCS architectures

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