Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Mantech International Corporation
Springfield, VA, United States
7 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
CompTIA Security+
Cyber Security
Computer Networks
Domain Name System (DNS)
Network Packet
Security Information and Event Management
Mitre Att&ck
Cyber Threat Analysis
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Information Technology
Job description
- Provide detection, identification, and reporting of possible cyber-attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities
- Characterize and analyze network traffic and system data to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to resources
- Perform security event and incident correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise
- Conduct cyber incident triage to determine scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify specific vulnerabilities and recommend expeditious remediation
- Track and document cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution
- Analyze and assess damage to data and infrastructure resulting from cyber incidents
- Perform cyber incident trend analysis and reporting
- Work on a 24x7 Shift Work basis (4/10 shift schedule; hours dependent on location)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of additional IT experience in lieu of a degree
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience
- IAT Level II certification (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security)
- Knowledge of common cybersecurity threats, attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
- Experience with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools
- Experience monitoring and analyzing security events, network traffic, system logs, and other security telemetry to identify suspicious or anomalous activity.
- Ability to analyze security-related data and communicate findings clearly in written and verbal reports., * CSSP-IR certification (CEH, CySA+)
- Experience analyzing network packet captures, firewall/proxy logs, DNS traffic, authentication logs, endpoint telemetry, and system events.
- Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and ability to map observed activity to adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and coordinating resources
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with senior management
Clearance Requirements:
- Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
- Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations
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