Lead Cybersecurity Threat Analyst

2 weeks ago

Herndon, Virginia, United States ManTech Full time

Protect Our Nation, Empower Your Career

Join a dynamic and diverse team at an industry-leading organization where employee welfare is paramount. At ManTech International, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding national security while engaging in innovative projects that provide pathways for professional growth.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to enhance our team in the Washington DC area.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively with incident response teams to investigate, analyze, and mitigate identified threats.
  • Evaluate and understand the capabilities and activities of cyber adversaries or foreign intelligence entities; develop and implement procedures that ensure the security of the organization's data and access to its technological and communication systems.
  • Detect, deter, monitor, and investigate intrusions into computer and network systems.
  • Provide forensic computing support for high-tech investigations, including evidence collection, forensic analysis, and data recovery.
  • Analyze and monitor complex security devices for patterns and anomalies from raw data (DNS, DHCP, AD, SE logs), tagging events for Tier 1 & 2 monitoring.
  • Conduct malware analysis in isolated environments (both static and dynamic), including sophisticated malware.
  • Proactively seek out and identify cyber threats, including advanced persistent threats (APTs), that may jeopardize DHS networks and systems.
  • Examine network traffic, system logs, and other data sources to uncover anomalies and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
  • Develop and implement methodologies, techniques, and tools for threat hunting to enhance detection capabilities.
  • Create and refine use cases for threat detection and correlation rules within SIEM and other security tools.
  • Perform in-depth analysis of malicious code, attack vectors, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by threat actors.
  • Prepare comprehensive threat reports and briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and intelligence in the cyber threat landscape.
  • Provide expert guidance and training to junior analysts and other DHS personnel on best practices in threat hunting.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Possession of an 8570 compliant certification, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Forensics Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), or similar certifications.
  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of twelve years of experience in cybersecurity, focusing on threat hunting, threat analysis, or incident response.
  • Proficiency with threat hunting tools and platforms (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black).
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, system logs, and security event correlation.
  • Experience in analyzing malware, attack vectors, and threat actor TTPs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A master's degree.
  • Experience in a government or defense setting.
  • Familiarity with DHS policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of broader cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO).

Security Clearance Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • A current Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to pass DHS suitability.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for more than 50% of the time.
  • Must be able to communicate and exchange information with peers and senior personnel.
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • Frequent communication with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
  • Occasional movement within the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.

ManTech International Corporation is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech, please contact our Corporate EEO Department.

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