Incident Response Specialist
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LocationReston, VA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience4+ yrs
DepartmentAnaVation Job Opportunities, Intelligence & Military Solutions
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedOct 14, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live3d ago
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TS/SCI w/CI Poly
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
DoD 8570 IAT Level II within 30 days of contract start (Sec+, CySA+, etc.)
4 years of experience (or 2 years with relevant Master's Degree) with identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents
Building and executing IR playbooks
Collaborating IT and security teams to mitigate threats and prevent recurrence
Advising on security policies, risk management, and compliance
Knowledge of cyber adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent technical editing of formal report production
CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler)
GCIA (GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst)
Cyber Mission Force analyst or operator experience
Management experience
Experience with DoD or IC cybersecurity operations
Experience with classified system information assurance
U.S. Citizen
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Life insurance
Ad&d insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Be Challenged and Make a Difference
About the company
In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.
Description of Task to be Performed:
About the role
AnaVation is seeking an experienced cyber professional to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA. As the Incident Response Lead/Advisor, you will advise a team of cyber security professionals on best practices regarding incident responses on a variety of networks, platforms, and tools. Your previous experience working collaboratively across cross-functional teams/staff, at multiple levels, to deliver response efforts would drive customer and program success.
Required Qualifications:
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Clearance: U.S. Citizen, TS/SCI w/CI Poly
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
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Certification: DoD 8570 IAT Level II within 30 days of contract start (Sec+, CySA+, etc.)
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Location: Full time, on-site position in Reston, VA.
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Experience:
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4 years of experience (or 2 years of experience with a relevant Master’s Degree) with identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents such as cyberattacks, data breaches, and system vulnerabilities.
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Building and executing IR playbooks
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Collaborating with IT and security teams to mitigate threats and prevent recurrence
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Advising on security policies, risk management, and compliance
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Knowledge of cyber adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures, along with analysis of advanced intrusions across a complex global network and basic cyber-security forensics procedures.
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Strong oral and written communications skills and ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
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Excellent technical editing of formal report production and related skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
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CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
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GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler)
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GCIA (GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst)
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Cyber Mission Force analyst or operator experience
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Management experience
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Experience with DoD or IC cybersecurity operations
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Experience with classified system information assurance
Benefits
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Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
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100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
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100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
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100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
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401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
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Competitive Pay
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Generous paid leave and holiday package
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Tuition and training reimbursement
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Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
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AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.