Insider Threat System Analyst

Company: Obsidian Solutions Group
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Job Details

Level
Experienced

Job Location
Washington DC - Washington DC, DC

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
Bachelor's Degree

Job Category
Defense/Intelligence

Insider Threat System Analyst

Primary Location: Washington, DC

Must be a U.S Citizen

Security Clearance: Top Secret w/SCI eligibility

Contingent Upon Contract Award

Job Summary

Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) is seeking Insider Threat System Analysts to engage complex data analytics tools, develop and oversee software programs, and conduct data analysis.

NGA is a Department of Defense (DoD) combat support agency and a member of the National Intelligence Community (IC). NGA develops imagery and map-based intelligence solutions for U.S. national defense, homeland security, and safety of navigation. NGA's mission is to "provide timely, relevant, and accurate geospatial-intelligence in support of national security."

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Insider Threat System Analysts employ complex data analytics tools, develop, and oversee software programs to collect information from Agency computer networks, and conduct data analysis to identify anomalies and support counterintelligence, security, administrative, and criminal investigations.
• Develop software programs to support User Activity Monitoring (UAM) efforts on NGA networks, utilize complex tools and mathematical algorithms to develop data analytics tools (i.e. Risk 360), and conduct analysis of information to identify unusual patterns and other indications of insider threat activity.
• Assimilate, evaluate, and interpret all-source information involving counterintelligence threats, security issues, computer misuse, and personnel misconduct to identify threats against NGA personnel, programs, information systems and/or facilities.
• Knowledgeable on cyber security, computer network defense, and investigative and law enforcement activities.
• Advise customers on issues regarding full life cycle of data from design to production to maintenance, and including conversion, migration, translation, and data quality assurance. Assures that database information can be shared, understood, accessed and is accurate.
• Assess customer requirements, evaluate alternatives, and develop recommendations. Conducts design and development of software, determination of interfaces, and technical feasibility analysis.
• Coordinate and perform requirements and implementation analysis, design, development, testing and enhancement of application software. Level 1
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent w/
  • Experience with analytical problem solving and familiar with conducting operations relating to insider threat, counterintelligence investigations, and counterespionage.
  • Working knowledge in DoD intelligence regulations and familiar with Intelligence oversight principles.
  • Technical training or experience assisting in the implementation and maintenance of databases. Knowledge of coding, testing, debugging, documenting, and maintaining programs.
  • Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook skills.
  • Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Verbally reports status to more senior personnel, identifies issues and recommends actions. Level 2
    • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent w/ 3 - 6 Years Direct Relevant Experience
    • Experience with analytical problem solving and familiar with conducting operations relating to insider threat, counterintelligence investigations, and counterespionage.
    • Working knowledge of Intelligence regulations and Intelligence oversight principles and understanding of geospatial-intelligence products, capabilities, and missions.
    • Publishes finished analysis. Knowledge of DoD/Intelligence/law enforcement communities.
    • Knowledge of general administration of computerized databases, developing long-range requirements for database administration and design, preparing activity and progress reports regarding the database management.
    • Experience working on most phases of applications programming activities, with limited instruction.
    • Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook skills.
    • Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Level 3
      • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent w/ 7 - 10 Years Direct Relevant Experience
      • Experience with analytical problem solving and familiar with conducting operations relating to insider threat, counterintelligence investigations, and counterespionage. Familiar with data analytics tools used for Insider Threat information collection on computer networks or knowledge of other Insider Threat risk scoring data analytics tools / programs.
      • In-depth knowledge of Intelligence regulations and Intelligence oversight principles and understanding of geospatial-intelligence products, capabilities, and missions.
      • Must possess superior writing and briefing skills and publish finished analysis. Credentialed from a recognized counterintelligence training school or formal analysis training program is desired.
      • Experience leading development and maintenance of databases and/or database applications.
      • Experience maintaining database dictionaries and integration of systems through database design.
      • Experience developing, modifying, or configuring moderately complex software applications from detailed specifications.
      • Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook skills.
      • Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Level 4
        • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent w/ 11 - 14 Years Direct Relevant Experience
        • Experience with analytical problem solving and familiar with conducting operations relating to insider threat, counterintelligence investigations, and counterespionage. Experience with data analytics tools used for Insider Threat information collection on computer networks or experience with other Insider Threat risk scoring data analytics tools / programs.
        • In-depth knowledge of Intelligence regulations and Intelligence oversight principles and understanding of geospatial-intelligence products, capabilities, and missions applicable to the CI functions.
        • Must possess superior writing and briefing skills and publish finished analysis. Credentialed from a recognized counterintelligence training school, formal analysis training program, or appropriate Information Assurance technical certifications is desired. Conduct liaison with DoD/Intelligence/law enforcement communities.
        • Experience leading development and maintenance of databases and/or database applications, and or data warehouse implementations.
        • Experience in leading team- tasks for modifying complex applications programs from detailed specifications.
        • Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook skills.
        • Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Level 5
          • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent w/ > 15 Years Direct Relevant Experience
          • Experience with analytical problem solving and familiar with conducting operations relating to insider threat, counterintelligence investigations, and counterespionage. Experience with data analytics tools used for Insider Threat information collection on computer networks or experience with other Insider Threat risk scoring data analytics tools / programs. In-depth knowledge of Intelligence regulations and Intelligence oversight principles and understanding of geospatial-intelligence products, capabilities, and missions.
          • Must possess superior writing and briefing skills and publish finished analysis. Credentialed from a recognized counterintelligence training school, formal analysis training program, or appropriate Information Assurance technical certifications. (Desired)
          • Strong ability to conduct liaison with DoD/Intelligence/law enforcement communities. Experience in all phases of design, development, and application of enterprise scale database and data warehouse implementations.
          • Experience in leading multiple concurrent tasks for designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems and applications programs.
          • Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook skills.
          • Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Physical Requirements and Work Environment
            • Normal Office Environment Travel
              • N/A
                
                Company Description
                
                Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer's mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a certified 8(a), service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.
                
                A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.
                
                Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer's expectations.
                
                Disclaimer
                
                The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
                
                Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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