Threat-Hunting Cyber Security Analyst (Top Secret/SCI)

ManTech; Virginia; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ManTech is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst in Chantilly, VA. The role requires a Top-Secret/SCI clearance and a DoD 8570 IAT-II certification, with experience in cybersecurity, SIEM, and threat detection.

You will support security software/hardware, analyze incidents, and generate technical reports. The candidate will engage in threat hunting, monitor security controls, and advise leadership on risk, while collaborating across teams to maintain system integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 2 years of experience in Cybersecurity, IT, CS or related field.
• Experience with SIEM, network security tools, log analysis, incident detection, analysis and response.
• DoD 8570 IAT-II certification required.
• Strong communication, multitasking, and ability to work independently or in a team with Splunk knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for security software and hardware and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Actively participate in threat hunting and detection efforts, analyze malicious behaviors, and develop security reports.
• Advise management of security risks and perform Continuous Monitoring tasks.

Skills

SIEM

Incident response

Threat analysis

Security reporting

Network security

Log analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Splunk

Job description

ManTech is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst in Chantilly, VA. The role requires a Top-Secret/SCI clearance and a DoD 8570 IAT-II certification, with experience in cybersecurity, SIEM, and threat detection.

You will support security software/hardware, analyze incidents, and generate technical reports. The candidate will engage in threat hunting, monitor security controls, and advise leadership on risk, while collaborating across teams to maintain system integrity and compliance.