Cyber Security Analyst

MANTECH

seeks a motivated and detail-oriented

Cyber Security Analyst

to join our team in

Dahlgren. VA.

This position is

on-site.

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 Newport, RI, Washington DC, Philadelphia, PA to support test events and meetings (up to 20%)

Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline

Foundational understanding of computer networking

1+ 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

Preferred familiarity of Operational Technology, like ICS and SCADA systems

Possession of an active IAT II Certification

Clearance Requirements: U.S. Citizenship required and an active Secret security clearance

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.