Systems Analyst

Host Forensics AnalystAt ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support.As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.ARSIEM is looking for a Host Forensics Analyst to provide front line response for digital forensics/incident response (DFIR) and proactively hunting for malicious cyber activity. This position will support one of our Government clients in Arlington, VA.ResponsibilitiesAssisting Federal leads with overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating data collection/acquisition operationsProviding technical assistance on data collection techniques and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessaryWriting in-depth reports, supports with peer reviews and provides quality assurance reviews for junior personnelSupporting forensic analysis and mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis and reporting in support of onsite engagements.Assisting with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigationPlanning, coordinating and directing the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer systems and digital artifacts.Distilling analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reportsServing as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details to include forensic methodologies and protocolsTracking and documenting on-site incident response activities and providing updates to leadership throughout the engagementTraveling to incident response locations in the United States, Territories & PossessionsEvaluating, extracting and analyzing suspected malicious codeMinimum QualificationsBS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma and 10+ years of host or digital forensics experience8+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic toolsAbility to create forensically sound duplicates of computer systems (forensic images)Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findingsExperience with the analysis and characterization of cyber attacksExperience with proper digital asset collection and preservation procedures and chain of custody protocolsSkilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stagesKnowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilitiesKnowledgeable in proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resourcesMust be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.Preferred QualificationsProficiency with conducting all-source research.GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSPExperience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools:EnCaseSIFTX-WaysVolatilityWireSharkSleuth Kit/ AutopsyMagnet Axiom CyberSnortSplunk or other SIEM Tools (ArcSight, LogRythm, Elastic, etc.)Other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, MDE, Trellix, Etc)Clearance Requirement: This position requires an Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.