Cyber Threat Analyst: Network Defense & Forensics

MANTECH; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH in Springfield, VA seeks a motivated Cyber Network Threat Analyst to join our team. You will generate accurate, timely reports, support forensic analyses, and monitor network activity to detect anomalies, evaluate intrusion systems, and deliver actionable threat intelligence.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of experience or higher degrees substituted; ability to obtain DoD 8570 IA IATIII within one year; TS/SCI with polygraph is preferred; STEM graduates and

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of progressively responsible experience in Network Analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree can substitute for 2 years of experience and a Master’s degree can substitute for 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Guaranteeing timely, accurate reports in line with SOPs.
• Providing written and technical analysis for forensic reports and CI Cyber inquiries.
• Detecting anomalous network activity through data analysis and evaluating IDS and logs.
• Performing threat analysis, generating forecasts and alerts, and recommending countermeasures.
• Investigating malicious code to determine attack vectors and damage extent; proposing corrective actions.
• Translating stakeholder needs into technical requirements and documenting best practices.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (can substitute for 2 years experience)

Master’s degree (can substitute for 1 year experience)

Job description

MANTECH in Springfield, VA seeks a motivated Cyber Network Threat Analyst to join our team. You will generate accurate, timely reports, support forensic analyses, and monitor network activity to detect anomalies, evaluate intrusion systems, and deliver actionable threat intelligence.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of experience or higher degrees substituted; ability to obtain DoD 8570 IA IATIII within one year; TS/SCI with polygraph is preferred; STEM graduates and