Mantech

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career, and customer-oriented Software LogRhythm Specialist to join our team onsite in Norfolk, VA. This is an on-site position.

This role combines Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) engineering expertise, security analysis capabilities, compliance auditing, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) support for classified and unclassified naval systems. The successful candidate will serve as the primary technical authority on LogRhythm platform operations while ensuring adherence to DoD cybersecurity standards and supporting fleet readiness across multiple naval expeditionary programs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design, implement, and maintain LogRhythm SIEM infrastructure supporting NCTE networks

• Configure LogRhythm collectors, data processors, and deployment managers for naval environments

• Create and tune advanced correlation rules, AI Engine rules, and threat detection logic

• Integrate LogRhythm with Navy-approved security tools (ACAS, HBSS, ESS)

• Perform threat hunting activities and forensic analysis using LogRhythm analytics capabilities

• Provide cybersecurity compliance monitoring of classified and unclassified naval networks

• Verify ACAS implementation, operations, and scan result analysis for immediate remediation

• Monitor vulnerability management programs and assess cybersecurity posture of training networks

• Lead development and maintenance of RMF artifacts (SSPs, SCTMs, POA&Ms, Security Assessment Reports)

• Perform system security engineering for naval platforms including secure architecture design

• Conduct vulnerability scanning, assessment and mitigation using LogRhythm and approved DoD tools

• Support cybersecurity inspections, audits and authorization reviews for naval expeditionary programs

• Develop automation scripts and workflows to streamline security operations

• Interpret results from network/server/application scanning tools such as Trellix

• Configure API integrations and custom connectors for diverse naval data sources

• Liaison with divisions to ensure engineered security solutions comply with DoD policy

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field and 5+ years cybersecurity engineering experience OR High School diploma and 11 years cybersecurity engineering experience

• 3+ years hands-on LogRhythm SIEM platform experience

• Experience with RMF and Information System Security 

• Experience with DISA STIGs and Navy cybersecurity tools 

• Knowledge of classified network environments (ex. JWICS)

• Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash)

• Must have CompTia Sec+ or the ability to obtain within 30 days of accepted offer

Preferred Qualifications:

• LogRhythm Platform Administration (LRPA) and Security Analyst (LRSA) certifications

• CISSP, GCIH, GNFA, or equivalent security certifications

• Proficiency in eMASS and RMF ATO/IATT processes

• Previous SIEM implementation in naval/DoD environments

• Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework and naval threat intelligence

• Knowledge of naval expeditionary programs and NCTE architecture

Clearance Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

• Constantly operate 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.