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# Cyber Security Analyst, Incident Response

- **Company:** Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers
- **Location:** Stafford, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Databases, Linux, Internet Security, Microsoft Security Essentials, Office Suite, Operating System Security, Cisco
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cyber-security-analyst-incident-response-stafford-va--a95a063f-a98b-41f9-820c-97648f86c9c6

## About the Role

Security Analysis, Internet Security, Incident Response, GCIH - GIAC Certified Incident Handler, CSIH - Computer Security Incident Handler, IR (Infrared), CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker, GSEC - GIAC Security Essentials Certification, SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, * Minimum Education: B.S. or equivalent experience in related field

 * Minimum 4 years of relevant experience
 * CNDSP-IR (GCIH, CSIH, or CEH) certification required
 * IAT Level II (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) certification required
 * Proficient in Windows and Linux operating systems
 * Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies
 * Working knowledge of database and operating system security
 * Understanding of latest security principles, techniques, and protocols
 * Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
 * Ability to effectively interact with various levels of senior management is necessary
 * Ability to make decisions and resolve problems effectively seek out information and data to evaluate, prioritize and formulate best solution or practice
 * Must be able to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, share workloads, and deal with sudden shifts in project priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience working within a Cybersecurity Operations Center environment desired
 * Experience with COTS technologies used in a Cybersecurity Engineering environment desired

Security Clearance Requirements:

 * TS/SCI w/Poly

Physical Requirements:

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