Network Analyst -7702 Job in Hanover, Maryland US
Network Analyst -7702
Requirements: Certification/Training: Certifications for this position are being requested to meet 8570.1 compliance standards. Candidate with an entry-level certification in one of the following areas to include Network +, Security + or some other equivalent certification is being requested. Specific Skills : Primary: Candidate must have of in-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP model, knowledge of security tools such as Intrusion Detection and Network Monitoring Tools. Candidate is responsible for reports, documentation, and pass down of information to the secondary shift. Secondary: Candidate must have excellent customer service skills, work in a team environment, and is able to provide good written and oral communication. Candidate must be able to pull together power point slides and provide updates to the team. Candidate must be task driven and able to detail oriented. Candidate must have a minimum of 6 year years of experience in this area. Tool Knowledge: Basic TCP/IP model and their functions and familiar with Network Monitoring Tools such as HP Openview. Computer Peripherals to include Windows 2003, RedHat Linux, and Word Processing Software. Job Duties: The Network Analyst is the first responder in the event of a security alert and must display sound troubleshooting and problem solving skills. The depth at which an Analyst will investigate and resolve problems is limited only by his or her skill set and aptitude. The Network Analyst will further develop training tools and put in place mechanisms to expand the Network Monitoring?s team skills. Network Analysts must be able to perform Network Monitoring work to further validate and strengthen performance of the Network Monitors on the team. Candidate must possess in-depth knowledge of network protocols and client-server interactions. Prior experience operating in a complex work environment containing Windows and Linux hosts is highly desired. Experience in mission support and operational facilities experience including monitoring tools, trouble-ticketing systems is required. Tools and training will be provided but network knowledge is required. Candidate must be able to detect cyber attacks and direct protective actions to secure assets. Candidate will be part of a 7/24 operational environment. Candidate will provide intrusion detection capability, review host event and network logs for unauthorized use, and capture data. Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Poly