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Leidos lists this Cyber-Fusion Analyst opportunity in shiloh, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Join the cyber-fusion team defending the nation's classified networks and Top-Secret mission systems. As a Cyber-Fusion Analyst, you'll operate at the intersection of cyber operations and intelligence, providing critical threat intelligence and incident response support to protect DoD, Intelligence Community, and Combatant Command networks at the highest classification levels.
Your Mission
Classified Threat Intelligence Operations
Monitor and analyze the global cyber threat landscape using classified Intelligence Community reporting, DoD intelligence products, and open-source intelligence to identify threats targeting TS/SCI networks and mission systems
Synthesize complex, multi-source intelligence into actionable products for senior leadership and operational teams defending classified infrastructure
Develop comprehensive threat intelligence products including:
Nation-state and APT threat profiles with classified attribution and capability assessments
Monthly and quarterly intelligence assessments on threats to classified networks
Strategic intelligence reports on adversary campaigns targeting sensitive DoD and IC systems
Leverage classified intelligence sources to provide early warning of threats to Top Secret mission operations
Operational Cyber Defense
Provide real-time threat intelligence support during active incidents on classified networks
Support continuous threat hunting operations to proactively identify adversary presence in TS/SCI environments
Conduct threat and vulnerability analysis specific to classified network architectures and mission systems
Develop security advisories and tactical recommendations for protecting sensitive, compartmented information systems
Disseminate time-sensitive threat intelligence to DISA, mission partners, and Intelligence Community stakeholders through classified channels
Intelligence Community Collaboration
Serve as a liaison between cyber operations and Intelligence Community partners
Participate in classified threat intelligence sharing initiatives and working groups
Contribute to all-source intelligence fusion efforts combining SIGINT, HUMINT, and cyber threat data
Apply advanced analytical frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK for IC S, Cyber Kill Chain, Diamond Model) to classified threat analysis
Platform & Capability Development
Contribute to the development and enhancement of classified Threat Intelligence Platforms
Identify patterns and anomalies in complex, multi-source datasets from classified networks
Develop new analytical methods and intelligence products tailored to TS/SCI mission requirements
Mentor team members and foster a collaborative intelligence-sharing culture
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
Active Top-Secret clearance
Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II baseline certification (Security+ CE or higher)
Strong understanding of:
Network protocols, operating systems, and the OSI model
Security technologies deployed in classified environments
Classified network architectures and security requirements
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including:
Ability to produce clear, concise intelligence reports and briefings for senior leadership
Experience presenting complex threat information to diverse audiences including flag officers and SES-level officials
Advanced analytical skills:
Pattern recognition and anomaly detection in complex, multi-source datasets
Logical reasoning and intelligence-driven analysis
Critical thinking applied to ambiguous threat scenarios
Experience gathering and analyzing intelligence from open-source, commercial, and classified sources
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with Intelligence Community partners and joint cyber teams
Highly Desired Qualifications
4+ years of experience in cyber threat intelligence analysis, threat hunting, or incident response within classified environments
Experience working with Intelligence Community partners on threat intelligence sharing and fusion initiatives
Hands-on experience with malware analysis tools and techniques (static and dynamic analysis)
Proficiency with Threat Intelligence Platforms (ThreatConnect, Anomali, MISP, or similar)
Deep knowledge of intelligence-driven frameworks:
MITRE ATT&CK (Enterprise,ICS,Mobile)
Cyber Kill Chain
Diamond Model of Intrusion Analysis
F3EAD targeting methodology
Experience analyzing nation-state threat actors and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Understanding of Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and intelligence oversight requirements
Familiarity with SIGINT, HUMINT, or GEOINT integration with cyber threat intelligence
Advanced certifications: GCTI, GCIA, GCFA, CISSP, or GIAC
Why This Role Matters
You’ll be part of a team protecting the nation's most sensitive networks and mission-critical systems. Your intelligence analysis will directly support:
Combatant Command operations in contested cyber environments
Intelligence Community missions requiring the highest levels of security
National security decision-making at the strategic level
Warfighter protection through advanced threat intelligence
If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include:
competitive compensation
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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