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ActioNet

Cloud, cybersecurity, and agile software solutions

Tier 3 Cybersecurity Analyst

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$130k - $170k
Senior, Expert
Bachelor's
Rockville, MD, USA
In Person
CybersecuritySecurity Operations & Incident Response
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related field is required.
  • At least eight years of professional experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, malware analysis, cyber forensics, or network security is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in network security architecture, incident detection and response, malware analysis, and cyber forensics is required.
  • Experience analyzing, synthesizing, evaluating, interpreting, and integrating information from multiple intelligence and security data sources is required.
  • Experience providing technical guidance and mentorship to cybersecurity personnel is required.
  • Experience supporting investigations involving cyber threat intelligence, counterintelligence, and law enforcement organizations is required.
  • Demonstrated experience with information security, information risk management, and information systems risk assessment is required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead advanced incident detection, analysis, response, containment, eradication, and recovery activities for complex and high-severity cybersecurity incidents.
  • Perform proactive threat hunting using behavioral analytics, SIEM correlation, threat intelligence, and advanced detection methodologies.
  • Conduct comprehensive cyber forensic investigations, including host, network, endpoint, malware, and digital evidence analysis.
  • Analyze, synthesize, evaluate, interpret, and integrate information from multiple security, intelligence, and operational data sources to identify emerging threats and attack patterns.
  • Fuse computer network attack analysis with cyber threat intelligence, counterintelligence, and law enforcement information to support incident investigations, attribution, and response activities.
  • Develop and maintain detection analytics, SIEM use cases, correlation rules, automation scripts, and SOAR playbooks to improve detection, response, and operational efficiency.
  • Perform network traffic packet analysis, protocol analysis, log analysis, malicious software analysis, and email security analysis to identify indicators of compromise and adversary tactics.
  • Support information risk management and information systems risk assessment activities by identifying cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and recommended mitigation strategies.
  • Support and enhance enterprise security technologies, including Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Data Loss Prevention, and Advanced Threat Protection capabilities.
  • Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts in cyber threat analysis, incident response, and security operations.
  • Collaborate with federal agencies, including CISA, US-CERT, law enforcement, and counterintelligence organizations, during complex cybersecurity investigations.
  • Support M-21-31 logging maturity initiatives through log validation, normalization, correlation, and visibility improvements across enterprise systems.

About the company

ActioNet provides IT solutions focused on cloud-based services, cyber security, and agile software engineering. It helps clients design, implement, and manage secure cloud environments and software projects using agile methods and IT service management practices. The company combines technical expertise with rigorous process frameworks (CMMI-DEV and CMMI-SVC at Level 4, ISO 27001/20000/9001, HDI) and PMI/ITIL methodologies to deliver reliable, scalable IT services. It differentiates itself through its strong certifications, compliance standards, woman-owned status, recognized financial stability, and awards, alongside a client-centric, mission-focused approach. The company’s goal is to help customers achieve measurable outcomes by delivering secure, compliant, and efficiently managed IT solutions that align with their missions and budgets.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vienna, Virginia

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • NIWC Pacific award on September 15, 2026 expands Navy cyber delivery.
  • NASA SEWP VI win on June 22, 2026 opens broader federal buying channels.
  • Thirteenth straight Top Workplace recognition helps recruiting in the Washington market.

What critics are saying

  • ActioNet's revenue depends on DoD and civilian recompetes from 2026-2028.
  • Large primes can bundle adjacent work and squeeze ActioNet's margin.
  • A failed recompete at NASA or Navy would trigger immediate staffing cuts.

What makes ActioNet unique

  • NSA named ActioNet a CSfC Trusted Integrator on July 24, 2026.
  • ActioNet reached CMMC Level 2 and CMMI V3.0 Level 4 in 2026.
  • NASA SEWP VI and NIWC Pacific wins deepen ActioNet's federal access.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts

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