MANTECH seeks a mission-focused and detail-drivenStaffCyber Security Analystto join our team in theAurora, COarea. In this role, you will support critical cybersecurity operations, monitoring and analyzing activity across systems to identify and respond to threats. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is passionate about protecting digital infrastructure.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide detection, identification, and reporting of possible cyber-attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities.
- Characterize and perform analysis of 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.
- Execute cyber incident triage to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify the specific vulnerability and make recommendations for expeditious remediation.
- Track and document cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
- Analyze and assess damage to the data/infrastructure as a result of cyber incidents.
- Perform cyber incident trend analysis and reporting.
- Operate in a 24x7 Shift Work environment (4/10 shift schedule; hours dependent on location).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of additional cyber experience in lieu of degree.
- 2+ years of cyber experience.
- Must possess IAT Level II certification (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security).
- Proficiency in both Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Familiarity with Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) environments.
- Experience with COTS technologies used in CSOC environments.
- Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies.
- Understanding of database and operating system security.
- Strong grasp of current security principles, techniques, and protocols.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and coordinating resources to meet deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to engage with various levels of senior management effectively.
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities; able to seek information, evaluate priorities, and determine best solutions.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively, multitasking, and adapting to shifting project priorities.
Clearance Requirements:
- Must have a current/active TS/SCI w/Polygraph
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
- Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.