Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst
MANTECH · McLean, VA · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
Join our team in McLean, Virginia, providing 24x7x365 cybersecurity support to one of the most coveted targets in the world.
Schedule
- 4-day work week, 10 hours per shift
- Fixed schedule: either Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat
- Openings on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts (shift differential applies to 2nd and 3rd shifts)
- 6-month day-shift training period required
Responsibilities
- Incident detection and monitoring
- Incident analysis and investigation
- Incident response and mitigation
- Threat intelligence and vulnerability management
- Reporting and documentation
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 3+ years of experience in a cybersecurity-related role or High School Diploma and 7+ years of experience in a cybersecurity-related role
- 2+ years’ experience with incident response
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, incident detection, analysis, and response methodologies
- Knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and security technologies
- Knowledge of threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security incident response best practices
- Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT-II certification within 6 months of hire
- Current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications including GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Incident Response Handler (GCFA), or similar
- Experience with SIEM systems, network security tools, and log analysis tools
- Experience with MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Experience with threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security incident response
Physical Requirements
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.