ManTech seeks a motivated, career-oriented, and customer-focused
Associate Cyber Security Analyst – Incident Response to join our dynamic team in
Springfield, VA. In this role, you will play a key part in protecting mission-critical systems by identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats in a fast-paced operational environment.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Provide leadership and advanced Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) support, managing cyber and network sensor activities.
- Perform security event and incident correlation using information gathered from multiple enterprise sources.
- Conduct cyber incident triage to determine scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify vulnerabilities and recommend timely remediation.
- Track cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
- Analyze and assess potential damage to data and infrastructure.
- Perform cyber engineering trend analysis and produce detailed reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous monitoring and response readiness.
- Work Schedule: This position operates on a Sunday – Wednesday, 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (2nd Shift) schedule to support 24x7 mission operations.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of cyber experience in lieu of a degree.
- IAT Level II certification required (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security).
- Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies.
- Familiarity with database and operating system security concepts.
- Understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.
Preferred Qualifications
- CNDSP-IR certification (GCIH, CSIH, or CEH).
- Experience working within a Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) environment.
- Experience with COTS technologies used in Cybersecurity Engineering environments.
Security Clearance Requirements
- Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the time.
- Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment such as calculators, copiers, and printers.
- Regular communication with coworkers, management, and customers, which may involve presentations and information exchange.
