Sr. Cyber Analyst

Company Description

Sphinx is a trusted provider of intelligence, security, and technical services, specializing in Cyber Counterintelligence, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Emulation, and Digital Forensics/Incident Response (DFIR). Founded by seasoned professionals from the Special Operations, Intelligence, and Cyber Warfare communities, Sphinx is driven by a commitment to execute client missions with excellence. Our unique company culture prioritizes team well-being, ethical practices, and client satisfaction. By cultivating a motivated team of capable professionals, Sphinx delivers innovative solutions tailored to both commercial and public sector challenges.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Sr. Cyber Analyst role based in Reston, VA. The Sr. Cyber Analyst will conduct in-depth cyber threat analysis, manage and integrate security tools, and assist in identifying vulnerabilities to enhance organizational defenses. Day-to-day responsibilities will include analyzing threat data, developing detection mechanisms, collaborating with technical teams for system integration, and providing actionable insights to safeguard critical assets. The role requires a proactive approach to threat hunting and incident response to effectively counter cyber risks.

Qualifications

• Currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a CI polygraph after hire.
• Must have at least 10+ years of experience providing All-Source Intelligence and/or Cyber analysis. Other forms of technical analysis experience will be individually evaluated.
• Possess industry recognized technical certifications relevant to the field of Cyber Analysis and/or Cyber Investigations (i.e, GIAC GCIH, GIAC GCFA, GIAC GCTI, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CySA+, DC3 Cyber Analysis Course, etc)
• Ability to articulate complex technical information — both verbally and in writing — to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, high-stakes environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail