Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst

MANTECH • McLean, VA

5h • $91,600 - $153,800 • Onsite

About The Position

MANTECH is seeking a motivated, customer-oriented Cyber Incident Response Analyst to provide 24x7x365 cybersecurity support to a government intelligence agency in McLean, Virginia. The role works a fixed four-day schedule of 10-hour shifts, assigned either Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday, with openings on first, second, and third shifts. The schedule does not rotate, and candidates must be able to train on day shift for six months. Shift differentials apply to second and third shifts.

The position requires a current, active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. The person must be able to remain stationary for 50% of the time. The projected compensation range is $91,600–$153,800. MANTECH offers benefits that may include health and life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, short- and long-term disability, retirement and savings, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs, and other optional benefit elections, depending on the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma and at least 1 year of cybersecurity experience.
• At least 1 year of cyber incident response experience.
• 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 clearance with polygraph.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Ability to train on day shift for 6 months and work a fixed four-day, 10-hour shift schedule, including either Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Incident Response Handler (GCFA), or similar.
• Experience using SIEM systems, network security tools, and log analysis tools.
• Experience with the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience with threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security incident response.

Responsibilities

• Detect and monitor cybersecurity incidents.
• Analyze and investigate incidents.
• Respond to and mitigate incidents.
• Support threat intelligence and vulnerability management.
• Prepare reporting and documentation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Retirement and savings
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Other optional benefit elections

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED