Cyber Security Analyst

General information

Requisition # R62172 Locations USA-RI-Newport Posting Date 07/29/2025 Security Clearance Required None 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 and detail-oriented Cyber Security Analyst to join our team in Newport, RI. This position is onsite.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work as an early-career computer scientist with emphasis on Linux, Python, Bash, and containerization for use in DoD applications

• Develop, maintain, and enhance software systems, focusing on Linux systems administration, automation, and scripting, particularly in Python

• Work with container environments, including Docker, Kubernetes, and Podman, to support software development and deployment

• Collaborate with teams to ensure system-level requirements are met, including writing test cases, scenarios, and procedures

• Execute test procedures, analyze results, and produce detailed trouble reports to support system developers and subject matter experts

• Participate in Test and Evaluation (T&E) of cybersecurity systems, with a focus on software certification

• The ability to travel to locations within the United States including Washington DC, and Philadelphia, PA to support test events and meetings (up to 20%)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline

• Foundational understanding of computer networking

• 2+ years of professional experience in software engineering

• Experience with Linux systems administration, scripting/automation, and Python programming

• Experience with container environments (Docker, Kubernetes, and Podman)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline

• Experience in operations and build toolchains, including gcc and make

• Preferred familiarity of Operational Technology, like ICS and SCADA systems

• Possession of an active IAT Level II Certification

Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance after starting on program.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively in a remote working environment.

• A dedicated, quiet, and ergonomically appropriate workspace conducive to productivity.

• Ability to sit at a desk or workstation for extended periods while working on a computer.

• Occasional movement within the office for communication and accessing resources.

The projected compensation range for this position is $68,500.00-$114,100.00. 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 International Corporation 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.