Cyber Security Analyst

General information

Requisition #

R69531

Locations

USA-VA-Virginia Beach

Posting Date

07/28/2026

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Remote Type

Onsite

Time Type

Full time

Description & Requirements

Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!

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

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Define authorization boundaries, analyze mission criticality, apply overlays (Privacy, Space, CDS), and establish the initial NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 control baseline.

• Lead stakeholder workshops to select, tailor, and document security controls in eMASS; author and maintain the System Security Plan (SSP), Contingency Plan, and Incident Response Plan.

• Execute full-scope control testing using DISA STIGs/SRGs, ACAS/Nessus scans, and NIST SP 800-53A APs; document compliance status and upload supporting evidence in eMASS.

• Evaluate AP compliance across the boundary, identify deficiency root causes, and trace all non-compliant controls to POA&Ms with detailed risk analyses.

• Maintain complete eMASS accreditation packages (SSP, SAP, topology, POA&Ms) and coordinate formal workflow actions to support Security Control Assessor (SCA) and Authorizing Official (AO) risk decisions.

• Execute System-Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) strategies via monthly ACAS scans, STIG updates, and Annual Security Reviews (ASRs) to maintain ongoing authorization.

• Provide expert RMF guidance to leadership, refine organizational cybersecurity policies, and ensure compliance with DoD, Navy, and NIST standards across the system lifecycle.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information systems, or related fields

• 2+ years of Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience

• Security+ CE certification with documented ACAS and eMASS training

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 Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required and an active or current Secret Clearance

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 70% 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 $75,800.00-$127,000.00. 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.