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Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!\nMANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA. This is a onsite position.\nAs a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will provide direct support to the Advance Electronic Systems (AES) team and its customers in support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities. This role focuses on security control implementation, assessment, continuous monitoring, and RMF compliance, with primary emphasis on Linux systems andsupporting knowledge of Windows environments. You will serve as the point of contact for all cybersecurity-related matters, including security control implementation, documentation, and compliance activities\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:\nPrepare for Risk Management Framework (RMF) execution and perform system categorization by conducting comprehensive mission analysis, defining the authorization boundary with detailed network diagrams, hardware/software inventories, and data flow documentation. Determine mission criticality and apply relevant overlays to establish the appropriate security control baseline per NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 and DoD/Navy policy.\nSelect, tailor, implement, and assess security controls using DISA STIGs (with emphasis on Linux platforms), SRGs, SCAP, ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scans, and NIST SP 800-53A Assessment Procedures. Perform hands-on configuration, hardening, log analysis, and remediation on Linux systems, while applying equivalent controls and STIGs to Windows endpoints. Execute testing, validate configurations and access controls, document implementation status, test results, and evidence in eMASS, and manage POA&M entries with complete risk analysis.\nSupport system authorization by maintaining a complete and accurate RMF package in eMASS, including the SSP, POA&M, and supporting documentation. Coordinate workflow actions for Authorizing Official decision-making.\nConduct continuous monitoring by implementing the System Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) Strategy, with focus on Linux system logs and security events alongside Windows endpoint monitoring.\nConduct Annual Security Reviews (ASRs) and update the System Security Plan (SSP) and POA&M to reflect changes in risk posture.\nProvide guidance on RMF compliance, risk management, and security strategies across all RMF steps. Advise leadership on emerging threats, control gaps, and mitigation priorities, particularly for Linux environments.\nRetire and decommission systems at end-of-life. Execute data sanitization per DoD 5220.22-M, hardware disposition, and documentation closeout.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field\n8+ years of combined experience in RMF processes and secure system implementation and maintenance in DoD environments, with at least 4+ years of hands-on experience securing Linux systems and working knowledge of Windows environments.\nCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification\nExperience with DISA STIG’s\nExperience with utilizing operating systems, including real-time operating systems. Examples includes: QNX, Linux, VXWorks, LynxOS, Microsoft XP embedded, Microsoft IoT, and Microsoft Windows.\nSecurity+ CE certification with documented ACAS and eMass training\nHands-on experience with eMASS for RMF package management, POA&M maintenance, and risk assessment.\nProficiency with ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scanning, analysis, and remediation of findings from DISA STIGs, SRGs, or SCAP.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nFamiliarity with network topology documentation in air-gapped environments.\n2+ years executing full SDLC in DoD environments.\nCertified in CompTIA Linux +, Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), CompTIA SecurityX\nClearance Requirements:\nUS Citizenship required and an active Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret if required.\nPhysical Requirements:\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position: 10%.\nFrequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations\nThe projected compensation range for this position is $94,800.00-$157,200.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. 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