Watch Officer with Security Clearance

MANTECH seeks a motivated and team-oriented Watch Officer to support a DHS customer in Chandler, AZ As part of this mission, you will help the organization maintain its prestigious designation as a Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSP) Center of Excellence (COE). Our team provides comprehensive, 24/7/365 security services supporting an expansive network across LANs, WANs, and advanced Cloud-based infrastructures. This is a unique opportunity to utilize a "kill chain" process to thwart Advanced Persistent Threats (APT), and implement and support cutting-edge technologies like Zero Trust Architecture, AI/ML risk mitigation, and Post-Quantum Computing readiness. Key Responsibilities: * Provide continuous technical management for the security operations shift.
* Perform weekly audits of security monitors and account privilege changes.
* Monitor SIEM and security tools to maintain environmental situational awareness.
* Lead shift turnover and maintain detailed watch logs for the enterprise.
* Thwart Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) using forensic "kill chain" processes.
* Implement Zero Trust Architecture and AI/ML risk mitigation for our DHS customer Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of supervisory experience in a security operations environment
* Substantial and documented security experience in enterprise settings.
* One of the following: CASP, CCSP, SSCP, GMON, GCIH, GCIA, GECD AND one from the DOD 8570 CSSP list (Analyst, Infrastructure Support, or IR) (6 years of equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of one certification). Preferred Skills: * Proven ability to manage high-pressure security incidents in real-time.
* Experience with 24/7/365 shift operations.
* Experience with post-quantum computing assessment/implementation Clearance Requirements: * Must be a U.S. Citizen.
* Active Secret AND TS/SCI eligibility.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain an ICE Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
* Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers and customers.