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Senior Cyber Security Analyst - MANTECH
Security Engineer
Seasoned cyber security professional leading CSOC operations, threat detection, and incident response for mission‑critical systems, leveraging SIEM, threat hunting, and automation with Python.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC), coordinating sensor data, alerts, and escalation procedures.
- Conduct real‑time incident response, forensic analysis, and root‑cause investigations for security events.
- Develop and execute threat‑hunting campaigns using SIEM platforms, network traffic analysis, and custom scripts.
- Perform vulnerability assessments, risk scoring, and remediation tracking across enterprise assets.
- Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to design and implement security controls, hardening guidelines, and secure architecture.
Requirements
- 5+ years of hands‑on experience in cyber security, preferably in a CSOC or similar high‑tempo environment.
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight) and network security monitoring.
- Strong incident response and forensic skills, including malware analysis and log correlation.
- Experience scripting/automation in Python or comparable language to streamline detection and response workflows.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, or GCIA are highly desirable.
Skills
network securitypython