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Cybersecurity Incident Commander Jobs in Virginia

Cybersecurity Analyst / ISSO

Stafford, VA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... Command) and DCDC (Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command) TaskOrds, Cyber Tasking Orders ... Experience drafting organizational cybersecurity policies, Incident Response Plans, and Continuous ...

Cybersecurity Analyst / ISSO

Stafford, VA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... Command) and DCDC (Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command) TaskOrds, Cyber Tasking Orders ... Experience drafting organizational cybersecurity policies, Incident Response Plans, and Continuous ...

Senior Cyber Defense Incident Responder

Reston, VA · On-site

$104K - $134K/yr

... Cyber Security Operations or Cyber Incident Response * Experience working in complex enterprises ... Confident to command and instruct a variety of technical and non-technical stakeholders of all ...

Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Norfolk, VA · Remote

$55.25 - $73.25/hr

... Connected Experiences, Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Autonomous Operations & Intelligence, and ... Act as the Incident Commander for major system outages, leading the technical response and ...

... and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth ... incident handling; configuration control; change management; auditing; certification and ...

... and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth ... incident handling; configuration control; change management; auditing; certification and ...

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Cybersecurity Incident Commander information

What is a Cybersecurity Incident Commander?

Cybersecurity Incident Commanders are professionals responsible for leading and coordinating an organization’s response to cybersecurity incidents, such as data breaches or cyberattacks. They develop and execute response plans, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure that containment, eradication, and recovery actions are taken efficiently. Their role is critical in minimizing damage, protecting sensitive data, and restoring normal operations. They also conduct post-incident reviews to improve future responses and security measures.

What are the main challenges a Cybersecurity Incident Commander faces during a major security incident?

A Cybersecurity Incident Commander often faces the challenge of coordinating cross-functional teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining clear communication and decision-making. They must rapidly assess evolving threats, prioritize response actions, and ensure all stakeholders are informed and aligned. Balancing timely containment of the incident with thorough evidence preservation for forensic investigation is another key challenge. This role requires staying calm, organized, and adaptable in dynamic environments where situations can change rapidly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cybersecurity Incident Commander, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cybersecurity Incident Commander, you need deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, incident response frameworks, and risk management, often supported by a degree in computer science and certifications like CISSP or GCIH. Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, forensic analysis platforms, and incident tracking systems is typically required. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills are essential for coordinating teams and managing crises under pressure. These competencies ensure swift, effective response to cyber threats, minimizing organizational impact and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What is the difference between Cybersecurity Incident Commander vs Cybersecurity Analyst?

AspectCybersecurity Incident CommanderCybersecurity Analyst
CertificationsGCIH, CISSP, CISMCompTIA Security+, GIAC certifications
Work EnvironmentIncident response teams, security operations centersMonitoring networks, analyzing threats
ResponsibilitiesLead incident response, coordinate teams, communicate with stakeholdersDetect threats, analyze security data, recommend fixes

The Cybersecurity Incident Commander focuses on leading and coordinating incident response efforts during security breaches, while the Cybersecurity Analyst primarily monitors systems, analyzes threats, and supports security measures. Both roles require relevant certifications and work in security operations environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and leadership level.

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Infographic showing various Cybersecurity Incident Commander job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

CSOC Analyst - Tier 3 Shift 1

Abile Group, Inc.

Springfield, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a CSOC Analyst - Tier 3 on a contract providing Network and Cybersecurity services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to support transport and cybersecurity information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, inclusive of new facilities and building constructions to support the IC mission. 

The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.


  • Coordinates and implements tasks, performing analysis, and building/documenting response activities required during cyber security incident response, to include but not limited to actions such as implementing containment measures, IP blocks, domain blocks, and disabling user accounts on direction of the Government.
  • Coordinates with Security and Installations Directorate (SI) Office of Counterintelligence (SIC), Insider Threat Office (SIII), in addition to other law enforcement and counter intelligence personnel as required to perform advanced investigation and triage of incidents.
  • Collaborates with appropriate authorities in the production of security incident reports.
  • Categorizes incidents and events.
  • Coordinates with other contracts, organizations, activities, and other services as appropriate to ensure incidents are properly reported, contained, and eradicated.
  • Coordinates with other contracts, organizations, activities, and other services as appropriate to de-conflict blue / red team activity with open incidents/events.
  • Coordinates with other contracts, organizations, activities, and services to ensure recovery from an incident/event.
  • Builds timelines, documents, briefings, and other products as required to inform stakeholders of incident response actions, analysis, and the impact of both adversary activity and blue force response actions.
  • Documents actions taken and analysis in the authorized ticketing system to a level of detail where the actions taken and analysis are capable of being systematically reconstructed.
  • Develops and when approved by the Government generates and updates reports in the Joint Incident Management System (JIMS), Incident Case Management System (ICMS), and/or other authorized reporting systems as directed.
  • Develops, maintains, sustains, and when properly authorized by the Government executes custom scripts, tools, and capabilities to collect and analyze data, and to respond to incidents/events.
  • Performs digital media analysis on host, server, and network data as required to analyze and respond to an incident, to include but not limited to volatile and non-volatile memory and/or system artifact collection and analysis.
  • Develops and identifies indicators of compromise to send to Cybersecurity stakeholders and other Contract Services.
  • Provides adversary attribution.
  • Performs malware analysis and signature development.
  • Coordinate with CSOC Tier 1 and 2 services to remediate all discrepancies and provide recommendations to prevent reoccurrence.

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Poly.

Degree and Years of Experience: Bachelors Degree and or 6 years’ experience in Cyber Security (CSOS).

Required Certifications:

  • DoDD 8140.01 and DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II and CSSP Incident Responder.

Desired Skills/Certifications:

  • Masters Degree.
  • IAT Level III.

Required Skills:

  • Provides input to and coordinates with all applicable stakeholders to develop and deliver the daily CSOC Significant Activity Report, the daily CSOC Operations Update, and the Weekly CSOC Status Report.
  • Serve as C-IRT members as required and serve under the direct control of, and take direction from, the Government C-IRT Commander.
  • Develop and coordinate courses of action with various Government and contract stakeholders, and when properly authorized by the Government, execute Defensive Cyberspace Operations-Internal Defensive Measures on behalf of the NGA on NGA networks and systems.
  • Performs digital media analysis and malware reverse engineering on host, server, and network data as required to analyze and respond to an incident, to include but not limited to volatile and non-volatile memory and/or system artifact collection and analysis.
  • When properly authorized by the Government, execute custom scripts, tools, and capabilities to collect and analyze data, and to respond to incidents/events.
  • Develops, documents, and provides to the Government incident investigation reports which include sufficient information to document the entire lifecycle of the incident and the response, including but not limited to adversary and friendly forces activity, host and network analysis, timelines, and recommendations for corrective actions, recommendations for new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) and other recommendations as appropriate, within 30 days of C-IRT stand-down.
  • Conduct Quality Control reviews of a percentage closed CSOC Tier 2 tickets each week to ensure proper analysis, categorization, documentation, and notification.

Abile Group, founded in July 2004 to support the Intelligence Community and its contractors across Enterprise Analytics, IT & Systems Engineering, and Program & Project Management, merged with Valiant Solutions in January 2026 - an established provider of cybersecurity technologies and services for Federal Agencies since 2005. Together, this partnership creates a stronger, more integrated cybersecurity organization with expanded opportunities for employees, deeper technical collaboration, and a unified mission. With significant experience serving the Federal Government, we remain dedicated to our employees and clients and seek highperforming professionals who excel at providing guidance, developing solutions, and delivering implementation support that blends industry best practices with client expertise and Abile’s broad technical capabilities.


Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email careers@abilegroup.com with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.