Senior Cyber Security Analyst

ManTech; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ManTech in Springfield, VA seeks a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our team and protect mission-critical systems. You will lead CSOC activities, respond to cyber threats, and provide hands-on technical support in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 5+ years in incident response or malware detection, active IAT Level II certification, and experience with Windows and Linux, plus knowledge of current cybersecurity technologies. A TS/SCI with polygraph clearance is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent cyber experience.
• 5+ years in incident response or malware detection.
• Active IAT Level II certification (e.g., GSEC, Security+, SSCP, CCNA-Security).
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with current cybersecurity technologies and security concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead CSOC activities and provide advanced cyber security operations support.
• Correlate security events and incidents from multiple enterprise sources.
• Triage incidents to determine scope, urgency, and impact; recommend remediation.
• Track incidents from detection to resolution and assess potential damage.
• Perform cyber engineering trend analysis and produce detailed reports for 24x7 operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous monitoring and readiness.

Skills

IAT Level II

Windows

Linux

Incident response

Cybersecurity

CSOC

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years cyber experience

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our team in Springfield, VA.

In this role, you will play a vital part in protecting mission-critical systems by identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats in a dynamic and fast-paced operational environment. You will provide hands‑on technical support, incident response leadership, and advanced analytical capabilities to ensure continuous mission success.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing leadership and advanced Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) support, managing cyber and network sensor activities
• Performing security event and incident correlation using information gathered from multiple enterprise sources
• Conducting cyber incident triage to determine scope, urgency, and potential impact while identifying vulnerabilities and recommending timely remediation
• Tracking cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution and analyzing potential damage to data and infrastructure
• Performing cyber engineering trend analysis, producing detailed reports, and supporting 24x7 mission operations
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous monitoring and response readiness

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years of additional cyber experience in lieu of a degree
• 5+ years of cyber security experience in incident response and/or malware detection
• Active IAT Level II certification (such as GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security)
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies and familiarity with database and operating system security concepts
• Understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active CNDSP-IR certification (such as GCIH, CSIH, or CEH)
• Experience working within a Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) environment
• Experience with COTS technologies used in Cybersecurity Engineering environments

Clearance Requirements:

• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.