Cyber Network Defense Analyst at ManTech Herndon, VA

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ManTech in Herndon, VA is seeking a motivated Cyber Network Defense Analyst. In this role, you will utilize your expertise to provide innovative solutions to challenging cyber security problems while advancing the nation's information security posture.

With a strong focus on malicious code detection, intrusion detection, and forensic analysis, the ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma with extensive experience or a Bachelor's degree with relevant background. Candidates must also have an active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 15+ years of experience in a cyber security or network security role.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 11+ years of experience.
• Experience writing script in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Yara or Snort.
• Experience with one or more of the following classes of enterprise cyber defense technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide malicious code detection, intrusion detection, and tool development.
• Utilize forensic analysis to identify malware and unauthorized activity.
• Analyze all data sources to identify cyber security concerns.

Skills

Malicious code detection

Intrusion detection

Forensic analysis

Scripting in Python

Experience with Splunk

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Splunk

Elasticsearch

AWS

Job description

Cyber Network Defense Analyst job at ManTech. Herndon, VA. ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Network Defense Analyst in Herndon, VA. As a CND Analyst on our team, you will use your expertise in specialized network defense to provide innovative and creative solutions to challenging cyber security problems. You will utilize the latest cyber tools available and assist with creating new ones while allowing you to advance the nation's information security posture.

Responsibilities

• Provide malicious code detection, intrusion detection, and information security tool development and integration.
• Utilize forensic analysis to identify malware, misuse, and/or unauthorized activity.
• Analyze all data sources, including Internet, Intelligence Community (IC) reporting, security events, firewall logs, and other data sources to identify malware, misuse, unauthorized activity or other cyber security related concerns.
• Track intelligence using open source and classified sources to identify malicious code threats and provide solutions to counteract that threat.
• Identify gaps in visibility or coverage of cyber defense systems.
• Prepare data analytics and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 15+ years of experience in a cyber security or network security role, or Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 11+ years of experience.
• Experience writing script in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Yara or Snort.
• Experience using Splunk, Elasticsearch or similar tools for case development and application.
• Experience with network security applications, protocols, and associated hardware.
• Experience with one or more of the following classes of enterprise cyber defense technologies: Host based IDS and IPS, Network and host-based malware detection and prevention.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS infrastructure, tools and/or services.
• Experience working with MITRE ATT&CK.

Clearance Requirements

• Must have an active/Current TS/SCI with polygraph.

MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [e-mail] and provide your name and contact information.