Cyber Threat Analyst (SME) , Advisor

Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Analyst

Chantilly, VA
TS/SCI with a Polygraph Required

 

Overview

 

Peraton is seeking a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Analyst to support a critical national security mission focused on identifying, tracking, and countering sophisticated nation-state cyber threats. In this role, you'll conduct advanced technical analysis of malicious cyber activity attributed to Russian Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups, transforming complex technical data into actionable intelligence that directly supports cyber investigations and operational decision-making.

 

Working alongside intelligence professionals, law enforcement partners, and technical experts, you'll perform deep network forensic analysis, reverse engineer malicious tools and implants, develop innovative analytic methodologies, and help shape cyber investigative tradecraft across the enterprise.

 

What You'll Do

 

As a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will:

 

• Conduct advanced cyber threat intelligence analysis to identify adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Perform deep-dive packet capture (PCAP) analysis, network forensics, and protocol analysis to uncover malicious activity.
• Decode, decrypt, and analyze sophisticated APT communications and network protocols.
• Reverse engineer malicious implants, malware, and adversary toolsets to support cyber investigations.
• Evaluate technical indicators and cyber intrusion data to produce actionable intelligence for operational teams.
• Develop and refine analytic methodologies, workflows, CONOPS, and SOPs that improve investigative capabilities and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with FBI personnel, Intelligence Community partners, and other law enforcement organizations to synchronize cyber threat intelligence efforts.
• Prepare and present technical and executive-level briefings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentor government personnel by providing analytic methodology training and reviewing peer products for technical accuracy.
• Handle digital evidence in accordance with forensic best practices while maintaining proper chain of custody.
• Provide expert technical support and testimony regarding investigative methodologies and analytic findings, as required.

Basic Qualifications

 

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of relevant cyber threat intelligence, cyber operations, network analysis, digital forensics, or related experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience conducting advanced cyber threat intelligence analysis against sophisticated nation-state actors.
• Strong experience performing packet capture (PCAP) analysis and network traffic investigations.
• Experience decoding and analyzing network protocols.
• Experience reverse engineering malware, malicious implants, or adversary toolsets.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, and enterprise network architecture.
• Experience analyzing cyber intrusion data and identifying adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Ability to develop and deliver clear technical reports and executive-level briefings.
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary cyber or intelligence teams.

 

Additional Qualifications That Will Set You Apart

 

• Expertise tracking Russian Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups, including:
• Turla
• Energetic Bear
• Static Tundra
• Callisto Group
• Gamaredon
• Experience supporting FBI, Intelligence Community, or other federal cyber operations.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux/Unix, and mobile operating systems (iOS/Android).
• Experience with digital forensics and evidence handling procedures.
• Familiarity with commercial security technologies, including McAfee, Symantec, Trend Micro, or comparable enterprise security platforms.
• Experience developing cyber analytic tradecraft, methodologies, CONOPS, or SOPs.
• Previous experience providing technical mentorship or instruction to analysts and investigators.

 

Why Join Peraton?

 

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical national security mission, including:

• Heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• 25 days of PTO accrued annually
• 10 paid holidays each year
• Participation in an attractive annual bonus program tied to mission performance
• Opportunities to work alongside some of the nation's leading cyber professionals supporting high-impact intelligence and law enforcement missions

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.