Host Forensics Analysts- Level 4
Kforce Inc

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Host Forensics Analysts- Level 4 in Sterling, VA.Responsibilities of a Host Forensics Analysts- Level 4:

• The Host Forensics Analyst will assist with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigations
• Plans, coordinates and directs the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer related evidence
• Distills analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports
• Serves as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explains investigation details to include forensic methodologies and protocols Tracks and documents on-site incident response activities and provides updates to leadership throughout the engagement
• The Host Forensics Analyst will evaluate, extract and analyze suspected malicious code
• Acquire/collect computer artifacts (e.g., malware, user activity, link files) in support of onsite engagements
• Triage electronic devices and assess evidentiary value
• Correlate forensic findings to network events in support of developing an intrusion narrative
• Collect and document system state information (e.g. running processes, network connections) prior to imaging, as required
• As a Host Forensics Analyst, you will perform forensic triage of an incident to include determining scope, urgency and potential impact
• Track and document forensic analysis from initial participation through resolution
• Collect, process, preserve, analyze and present computer related evidence
• The Host Forensics Analyst will conduct analysis of forensic images, and available evidence in support of forensic write-ups for inclusion in reports and written products
• Assist to document and publishing Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance and reports pertaining to incident findings

REQUIREMENTS:

• 8+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic tools
• Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic images)
• Ability to author cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings
• Proficiency with analysis and characterization of cyber attacks
• Proficiency with proper evidence handing procedures and chain of custody protocols
• Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages
• Understanding of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
• Understanding of proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resources
• Able to work collaboratively across physical locations
• Proficiency with common operating systems (e.g. Linux/Unix, Windows)
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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