Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst

MANTECH is hiring a Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst in McLean, VA to support mission-essential infrastructure with 24x7x365 coverage. In this onsite role, you will help ensure timely detection, investigation, and response while working within DoD-related clearance and certification requirements.

Why this role

• 24x7x365 operational impact supporting mission-critical environments
• Shift-based schedules on a fixed 4-day work week with 10-hour shifts
• Training support with six weeks of initial day-shift training for new team members
• Growth path tied to compliance, including the requirement to obtain DoD 8570 IAT-II certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Conduct incident detection and monitoring to support continuous coverage
• Perform incident analysis and investigation to understand scope and impact
• Support incident response and mitigation activities throughout the lifecycle
• Provide threat intelligence and support vulnerability management activities
• Complete reporting and documentation for security events and outcomes

Requirements

• High school diploma and 1+ years of experience in a cyber related role
• 1+ years of experience with cyber incident response
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and incident detection, analysis, and response methodologies
• Knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and security
• Knowledge of threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security incident response best practices
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570 IAT-II certification within 6 months of hire
• Must have current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Work schedule / shifts

• Fixed 4-day work week consisting of 10-hour shifts
• Available schedules assigned to either Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday
• Openings across:
  • 1st shift (6am to 4pm)
  • 2nd shift (12pm to 10pm)
  • 3rd shift (9pm to 7am)
• Shift differentials apply to 2nd and 3rd shifts
• All new team members must complete initial training on the day shift for six weeks

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field