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Requisition #
R55686
Locations
USA-VA-Springfield
Posting Date
10/17/2024
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time

Description & Requirements

ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in the Chantilly, VA area.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Work closely with customers on onboarding, updates and troubleshooting issues with cybersecurity tools
  • Provides customer support via phone, email, or messaging services to resolve issues and answer questions.  This includes maintaining communication throughout the entire process, as necessary.
  • Provides insight into efficiencies that can be gained from the current workflow based on an understanding of the customers’ requirements
  • Work with Engineers on troubleshooting and building proof-of-concept network topologies
  • Analyze customer feedback to assist in process improvement
  • Performs engineering support and system administration of specialized cybersecurity applications and systems to include installation, configuration, maintenance, patching, and back-up/restore
  • Provides Tier 2 and 3 maintenance support for deployed cybersecurity technologies
  • Supports Assessment and Authorization activities related to cybersecurity technologies, where applicable
  • Identifies potential conflicts with implementation of any cybersecurity tools within the enterprise and develops recommendations to remediate these conflicts
  • Provides ideas for automating repetitive project tasks and metrics collection through the use of scripts and assists with testing/implementation to production
  • Updating project documentation, where applicable
  • Other project and corporate duties as assigned to support the customer

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum Education: B.S. with 5 years of experience or 9 years relevant experience in related field
  • Minimum/General experience with firewalls, routers, switches and load balancers
  • A solid understanding of Windows and Linux systems administration, general operating system security practices, TCP/IP networking, and network security concepts is required
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, agile, and nimble environment
  • Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of AWS technologies
  • Excellent written/oral communications skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organization, planning, and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail
  • Must have or be willing to obtain IAT Level II certification within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Understanding of federal Cyber Security Guidance such as NIST SP 800-37 – Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to Federal Information Systems and NIST 800-137 – Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) for Federal Information Systems and Organizations
  • Experience in programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, Java Script, Node.js
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met
  • Ability to effectively interact with various levels of senior management is necessary
  • Ability to make decisions and resolve problems effectively – seek out information and data to evaluate, prioritize and formulate best solution or practice
  • Must be able to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, share workloads, and deal with sudden shifts in project priorities

On the job training (Must have all basic qualifications to get hired, but on the job training for below):

  • RedSeal
  • Forward Network
  • Other cybersecurity tools as necessary

Security Clearance Requirements:

  • Must possess an active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

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 frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
  • Ability to work in a cubicle environment without distractions


For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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