Cyber Security Analyst
MANTECH · Virginia Beach, VA · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Security Analyst to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA. This is an onsite position.
Responsibilities
- Define authorization boundaries, analyze mission criticality, apply overlays (Privacy, Space, CDS), and establish the initial NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 control baseline.
- Lead stakeholder workshops to select, tailor, and document security controls in eMASS; author and maintain the System Security Plan (SSP), Contingency Plan, and Incident Response Plan.
- Execute full-scope control testing using DISA STIGs/SRGs, ACAS/Nessus scans, and NIST SP 800-53A APs; document compliance status and upload supporting evidence in eMASS.
- Evaluate AP compliance across the boundary, identify deficiency root causes, and trace all non-compliant controls to POA&Ms with detailed risk analyses.
- Maintain complete eMASS accreditation packages (SSP, SAP, topology, POA&Ms) and coordinate formal workflow actions to support Security Control Assessor (SCA) and Authorizing Official (AO) risk decisions.
- Execute System-Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) strategies via monthly ACAS scans, STIG updates, and Annual Security Reviews (ASRs) to maintain ongoing authorization.
- Provide expert RMF guidance to leadership, refine organizational cybersecurity policies, and ensure compliance with DoD, Navy, and NIST standards across the system lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related fields.
- 2+ years of Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience.
- Security+ CE certification with documented ACAS and eMASS training.
- U.S. Citizenship required and an active or current Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC).
- ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
- ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or Associate).
Physical Requirements
- The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 70% of the time.
- Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.