Cyber Security Analyst

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Security Analyst to support our operations in Virginia Beach, VA. This is an onsite position.

In this role, you will be involved in securing critical defense systems by applying rigorous Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure that cybersecurity architecture and controls meet the highest levels of integrity and compliance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Prepare for RMF execution by defining authorization boundaries, performing system categorization, and applying NIST SP 800-53 security control overlays.
• Lead the selection and tailoring of security controls, documenting all risk-based justifications and decisions within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Develop and maintain essential cybersecurity documentation, including the System Security Plan (SSP), Contingency Plans, and Incident Response Plans.
• Implement and test security controls using DISA STIGs, SRGs, and ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scans to ensure full-scope compliance across all assets.
• Assess the effectiveness of security implementations by conducting independent testing and documenting findings to resolve non-compliant controls through the POA&M process.
• Support the system authorization process by managing RMF accreditation packages and coordinating formal workflow actions for Authorizing Official (AO) decisions.
• Execute continuous monitoring strategies, including monthly vulnerability scans and annual security reviews, to maintain an acceptable system risk posture.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
• 1+ years of Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related experience
• A CompTIA Security+ CE certification

Preferred Qualifications

• ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or Associate).

Clearance Requirement

• U.S. citizenship required and a current or active Secret clearance

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position 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, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $63,500.00-$105,900.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

General information

Requisition #

R71838

Locations

USA-VA-Virginia Beach

Posting Date

11/05/2026

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Remote Type

Onsite

Time Type

Full time