Cyber Threat Analyst 1

@ ECS Tech Inc

Job Overview

ECS Tech Inc is seeking a Cyber Threat Analyst 1 to work in our Fairfax, VA office. As a leading managed cybersecurity services provider, ECS delivers tailored security solutions for corporate and customer networks. The role involves investigating threats, monitoring security systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve incidents in a dynamic 24x7x365 environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct network monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using IDS/IPS, firewalls, and host-based security systems.
• Analyze security events in a SIEM environment to identify potential threats.
• Research emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform log-based and endpoint threat detection across multiple sources.
• Correlate network, cloud, and endpoint activities for unauthorized access detection.
• Review alerts from security sensors and document incident details.
• Assess and resolve phishing email submissions by clients.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence and threat-hunting teams.
• Support investigations and incident containment.
• Communicate security incidents to internal teams and external customers.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a technology role or degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and SOC operations.
• Understanding of networking concepts.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to ethics, regulatory compliance, and customer service.
• Ability to travel on-site within the U.S. or OCONUS as needed.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a Secret clearance.

Key skills/competency

• Cybersecurity
• Threat Detection
• SIEM
• Network Monitoring
• IDS/IPS
• Incident Response
• Log Analysis
• Phishing Analysis
• Vulnerability Research
• SOC Operations