Computer Network Defense Analyst

Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT) is seeking Computer Network Defense (CND) Analysts for anticipated opportunities supporting the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in Arlington, Virginia. The selected candidate will support cybersecurity operations, continuous network monitoring, incident detection and response, and the protection of classified and unclassified information systems.

This position requires hands-on experience analyzing network activity, identifying malicious behavior, and responding to cybersecurity events within complex enterprise environments. Candidates should be comfortable working with network security tools, supporting incident investigations, and coordinating with cybersecurity operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network and system activity to identify, analyze, and respond to potential cybersecurity threats and anomalous behavior.
• Perform intrusion detection and analysis using IDS/IPS, firewalls, network traffic logs, and other cybersecurity monitoring tools.
• Investigate security alerts, correlate events across multiple data sources, and document findings and recommended actions.
• Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, mitigation, escalation, and reporting.
• Conduct network traffic and packet analysis to identify suspicious activity and potential security incidents.
• Support Computer Network Defense (CND) and Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) operations in accordance with applicable DoD requirements.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and assist with remediation of identified security weaknesses.
• Maintain operational documentation, incident reports, technical procedures, and security monitoring records.
• Coordinate with network engineers, system administrators, and Government cybersecurity personnel to support defensive operations.
• Support security compliance, continuous monitoring, and cybersecurity readiness activities.