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Incident Response Analyst

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Rockville, MD Contractor
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026
Description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Incident Response Lead to serve as the NGDC SOC's technical authority during active cybersecurity incidents across hybrid cloud and on-prem environments. You will direct responders, coordinate with enterprise stakeholders, and drive rapid containment and eradication of threats targeting the NGDC and FTII platforms. This role is ideal for a seasoned IR professional with strong investigative leadership, decisive problem-solving under pressure, and a passion for elevating SOC maturity.

This is a forward facing position. The incumbent will support the SOC manager on the delivery of a daily brief to the FSA CISO. Candidate must master clear and concise verbal communications.

Required Qualifications

Additional Skills & Qualifications

10-12 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience within a SOC, including 6 years in incident response or DFIR roles

Demonstrated ability to lead major incidents affecting cloud infrastructure (AWS)

Strong command of:

  • Digital forensics methodologies (host, network, and cloud)
  • Log and SIEM analysis (e.g., Splunk)
  • EDR platforms (e.g., Trellix)
  • Network analytics and packet capture fundamentals

Deep familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST SP 800-61, and cyber kill chain frameworks

Excellent communication and situational leadership skills - able to brief executives under pressure

U.S. Citizenship, must obtain Public Trust 6C.

Desired Qualifications

Relevant certifications, such as:

  • GCIA, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCIH, GDAT
  • Other vendors: Cybersecurity IR or forensic-focused certifications

Experience Mentoring Responders And Maturing SOC/IR Capabilities

Experience with MITRE ATT&CK, Threat Intelligence, Threat Hunting, Enterprise Logging, Cloud IR

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $81.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.

>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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