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Cyber Operations Program Manager

Arlington, VA

The Cyber Operations Program Manager shall perform the following duties, including but not limited ... Conduct strategic program analysis to support CDAO mission and national security priorities.

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Cyber Operations Program Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

The Cyber Operations Program Manager shall perform the following duties, including but not limited ... Conduct strategic program analysis to support CDAO mission and national security priorities.

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Defense Cyber Operations Officer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$125K - $169K/yr

Professionally certified, DOD 8570 IAT II and CSSP Analyst. * Bachelor's degree in Information ... Defense Cyber Operations Officerto join our team supporting the DTRA Cybersecurity Mission ...

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How much do cyber operations analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber operations analyst in Virginia is $106,599.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,700.00 and $125,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cyber Operations Analyst vs Cybersecurity Analyst?

AspectCyber Operations AnalystCybersecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP (preferred)CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP (preferred)
Work EnvironmentMilitary, government agencies, defense contractorsCorporate, private sector, IT firms
Job FocusMonitoring, defending, and responding to cyber threats in operational settingsIdentifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and analyzing threats

Both roles involve cybersecurity skills and certifications, but Cyber Operations Analysts typically work in government or defense environments focusing on active threat response, while Cybersecurity Analysts often work in corporate settings focusing on prevention and vulnerability management.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Cyber Operations Analyst jobs?

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Infographic showing various Cyber Operations Analyst job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,599 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Cyber Security Analyst (TS/SCI Polygraph) with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC

Springfield, VA • On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking skilled Cyber Security Analyst to support a long-term Intelligence program in Springfield, VA . The team is seeking individuals with a background in cyber threat detection, investigation, and reporting to support a highly classified CSOC. Clearance: TS/SCI CI Polygraph Location: Springfield, VA Shifts: Wed-Sat 6AM-4PM This job opens for applications on 7/31/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date Responsibilities of the Cyber Operations Analyst: * Monitor, detect, and report suspected cyber threats, security breaches, anomalous behavior, and unauthorized activities. * Analyze network traffic, system logs, and security data to identify potential threats and unusual patterns. * Correlate security events and incident data from multiple enterprise sources to support threat detection and investigation. * Perform incident triage to assess scope, severity, and business impact; identify vulnerabilities and recommend immediate remediation actions. * Manage and document cyber incidents throughout the entire incident response lifecycle, from detection through resolution. * Evaluate and analyze the impact of security incidents on organizational data, systems, and infrastructure. * Conduct trend analysis and develop reports to identify recurring threats, emerging risks, and opportunities for security improvement. Qualifications of the Cyber Operations Analyst: * Active TS/SCI CI Polygraph * Bachelors degree and 4+ years of related experience with AV/network infrastructure * Must have active IAT II certification; Security+ CE, GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP), System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), RHCSA Red Hat Certified System Administrator, RHCDS Red Hat Certified Data Center Specialist
* CSSP-IT Certification highly preferred (CEH) * Familiarity with COTS technologies used in a Cybersecurity Operations Center environment is desired. * Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies/ SIEMs (i.e. Splunk, Wireshark, Solarwinds, Sentinel) * Understanding of database and operating system security. * Familiarity with the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols. Compensation of the Cyber Operations Analyst: * Total compensation based on experience level - $110,000 - $130,000+ **based on experience level** * Full Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state laws, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k * Training & development opportunities, certification reimbursement * Long term program, contract mobility through Zachary Piper Solutions #LI-MK1 #LI-Onsite Keywords: Authentication, Botnet, TS/SCI, polygraph, top secret/sci, CI polygraph, intelligence, IPS, IDS, intrusion detection, qradar, sentinel, defender, opentowork, W2, hiring, intelligence, SOC, incident response, Data Breach, DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service), Encryption, Firewall, Malware, Phishing, Ransomware, Social Engineering, Trojan, Vulnerability, Zero-Day Exploit, Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), Cybersecurity Framework, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Penetration Testing, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Intelligence, Virtual Private Network (VPN), Splunk, wireshark, tenable, ACAS, cyber, cyber security, cybersecurity, security, networking, network, network infrastructure, SOC, security operations center, IOC, indicators of compromise, shift, onsite, on-site, pentest, COTS, solarwinds, Tanium, arcsight, forescout, reporting, documentation, SOPs, MITRE, MITRE ATT&CK, DoD, department of defense, clearance, security clearance, sentinel, wireshark, poly, firewalls, virginia, protocols, network security

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