Network Security Operations Center Analyst

General information

Requisition # R58693 Locations USA-MS-Stenis Posting Date 02/27/2025 Security Clearance Required TS/SCI Remote Type Onsite Time Type Full time

Description & Requirements

Transform the future of federal services with ManTech! Join a vibrant, energetic team committed to enhancing national security and public services through innovative tech. Since 1968, we’ve partnered with Federal Civilian sectors to deliver impactful solutions. Engage in exciting projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Ignite your career and drive change. Your journey starts now—innovate and excel with ManTech!

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Network Security Operations Center Analyst in the Stennis, MS area.  

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Monitor, detect, scan, record, audit, analyze, report, remedy, coordinate, and track security related events for customer networks/endpoints. 
• Perform in-depth analysis of security events and incidents independently, and in support of Tier 1 SOC Analysts 
• Investigate and respond to security incidents escalated from Tier 1 SOC Analysts, conduct in-depth analysis, and identify the root cause of incidents
• Provide guidance and support to Tier 1 SOC Analysts, including coaching and knowledge sharing to enhance their technical skills 
• Support senior-level SOC personnel with the creation and distribution of incident reports  
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities to identify and address potential security weaknesses 
• Responsible for working in a 24x7 Security Operation Center (SOC) environment 

  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Possess either a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or a GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) 
• Bachelor of Science degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field  
• Minimum of (4) four years of related experience on a Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), Computer Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC) or a Security Operations Center (SOC). 
• Minimum of (6) six months experience in one or more of the following areas: computer network penetration testing/techniques; computer evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, data recovery; computer intrusion analysis/incident response, intrusion detection; computer network surveillance/monitoring; network protocols, network devices, 
• Experience with common Cybersecurity tools such as Splunk, HBSS, Nessus 
• Provide Tier 2 support by analyzing network traffic and various log data to determine the threat/impact against the network, recommending appropriate countermeasures, facilitating the tracking, handling, and reporting of all security events and computer incidents. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Possess one or more of the following certifications: DOD 8570 Industry Related Certification - CSSP Analyst, CSSP Infrastructure Support or CSSP Incident Responder, Penetration Testing, GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), GIAC Advanced Smartphone Forensics Certification (GASF) 

Clearance Requirements:  

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD suitability
• Active EOD suitability is highly desired 

 

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% 
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer 
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. 

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.
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