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MANTECH

Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst

mclean, VA

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MANTECH lists this Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst opportunity in mclean, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Incident Response Analyst to join our team in McLean, Virginia . Our team provides 24x7x365 cybersecurity support to one of the most coveted targets in the world. 

The Cyber Incident Response Analyst will work a 4-day work week; 10 hours per shift. Staff will be assigned to either Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat. The schedule is fixed and does not rotate. We have openings on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. Shift differential applies to 2nd and 3rd shifts. Candidates must be able to train on day shift for 6 months.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Incident Detection and Monitoring

Incident Analysis and Investigation

Incident Response and Mitigation

Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Management

Reporting and Documentation

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and 3+ years of experience in a cyber security related role

Experience with incident response

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Relevant certifications including GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Incident Response Handler (GCFA) or similar

Experience with using SIEM systems, network security tools, and log analysis tools

Experience with MITRE ATT&CK framework

Experience with threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security incident response

Clearance Requirements:

Current/active TS/SCI w/Polygraph is required

Physical Requirements:

The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Worksite address

mclean, VA, 22101, US

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