Defensive Cyber Operations Watch Analyst Tier II

Stuttgart, Germany
Full Time
Experienced
Cyber Security Analyst I, DCO Watch Analyst Tier II  
Stuttgart, Germany 
Secret Clearance required to start, with ability to obtain TS/SCI  
 
As a Tier 2 Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Watch Analyst you will responsible for analyzing and responding to security incidents within a Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) environment. In addition to investigating validated events and mitigating incidents, you will help improve the quality of Tier 1 analysis by mentoring junior analysts. You will also assist the watch officer as needed, work on projects to enhance CSSP capabilities, and perform independent problem-solving while adhering to CJCSM 6510.01B reporting standards. 

Position Requirements and Duties 
  • Analyze and respond to validated security incidents, determining severity and impact per CJCSM 6510.01B 
  • Support incident response campaigns by organizing response efforts, tracking progress, and ensuring proper documentation 
  • Coordinate with reporting agencies and subscriber sites to ensure timely and accurate incident reporting 
  • Perform network and host-based digital forensics on Windows and other operating systems as needed 
  • Conduct log correlation analysis using Splunk and supplemental tools to identify patterns in network and system activity 
  • Compile and maintain internal SOP documentation, ensuring compliance with CJCSM 6510.01B and other directives 
  • Provide 24/7 support for incident response during assigned shifts, including non-core hours 
  • Support IDS/IPS signature development and implementation under guidance 
  • Overtime may be required to support incident response actions (Surge) 
  • Operations are conducted 24/7/365 across three regional operation centers (ROC) 
  • Each ROC works four ten-hour shifts (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday) 
  • Shift placement is at the discretion of assigned managers 
  • Up to 10% travel may be required, may include international travel  
  • Must maintain a current US Passport  

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline or at least 5 years of experience working in a CSSP, SOC, or similar environment 
  • At least 1 year experience conducting in-depth analysis or incident response with any of the following tools: Splunk, Elastic, Corelight, Palo Alto Panorama, Windows Azure/Defender, AWS, Crowdstrike, Volatility, or SIFT Workstation 
  • At least 1 year of experience authoring technical documentation for security incidents, such as creating detailed investigation timelines, documenting indicators of compromise (IOCs), or writing shift turnover reports for ongoing incidents 
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen  

Desired Qualifications  
  • Demonstrated experience conducting in-depth log correlation and analysis for complex security incidents across multiple data sources (e.g., EDR, IDS/IPS, DNS, & operating system logging solutions) 
  • Advanced proficiency in writing complex search queries in SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel) to identify anomalous or malicious activity 
  • Experience building advanced scripts (e.g., in Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc) to automate detection and analysis tasks 
  • Experience integrating and operationalizing threat intelligence feeds to create new detection mechanisms or enrich existing data 
  • Previous experience informally mentoring junior analysts, creating training documentation, or leading small-group knowledge-sharing sessions 
  • Demonstrated passion for cybersecurity and continuous learning through active participation in Capture the Flag (CTF) events, (e.g., TryHackMe, Hack The Box, etc) 
  • Completion of practical, hands-on cybersecurity training courses or certifications (e.g., Security Blue Team BTL1/BTL2, AntiSyphon training courses, OffSec OSCP)  

Required Certifications 
  • Must have DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP IR compliant certifications   

 

Company Overview

Adapt Forward is a cybersecurity solutions provider for some of the nation’s most valuable information systems. Leveraging advanced threat assessment technology and experience in building high-level information security infrastructure, we develop adaptive solutions uniquely tailored to our customers’ business objectives to protect sensitive data against sophisticated threats in an increasingly complex security environment.

Summary of Benefits

  • Comprehensive Physical Wellness Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision Care, plus Flexible Spending Accounts for health- and dependent-care are included in our standard benefits plan.
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contribution is immediately available and vested.
  • Annual Training Budget to be used for conference attendance, school enrollment, certification programs, and associated travel expenses.
  • Eleven Federal Holidays, plus three weeks of PTO/vacation/sick leave that accrues at a rate of ten hours per month.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Counseling/legal assistance and other employee well-being programs are also offered.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Adapt Forward’s Veteran/Disability Affirmative Action Plan narrative section is available for inspection upon request during normal business hours at the Human Resources office and may be requested by contacting Human Resources at HR@adaptforward.com.

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