Manager - Cyber Analysis

Lafayette Group Inc.
$95,000 - $130,000 per year - LGI carefully considers various factors when determining salary, including but not limited to education and training, professional experience, knowledge, skills and competencies, licensure and certifications, contract-specifi
United States, Virginia, Arlington
Sep 04, 2025
Manager - Cyber Analysis Job Summary: Lafayette Group is seeking experienced professionals to provide advanced analytical and consulting support for federal cybersecurity programs. This role requires demonstrated expertise in cyber threat analysis, incident monitoring, and technical reporting, combined with strong consulting skills. This position will engage with partners across government, industry, and critical infrastructure to integrate technical insights into operational products and strengthen resilience. The position requires the ability to coordinate among diverse stakeholder groups, evaluate cyber intelligence for impact, and translate technical data into guidance that informs decision-making. This individual may also serve as a task lead, responsible for managing workflows, mentoring junior personnel, and ensuring delivery of analytic outputs on schedule. Job Responsibilities: Conduct threat analysis by reviewing cyber intelligence, identifying adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and enriching partner-provided data. Support incident monitoring and response coordination by synthesizing inputs from government, SLTT, and industry partners. Develop technical reports, advisories, and situational updates tailored to both technical and executive audiences. Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure analytic products reflect shared mission priorities and operational realities. Facilitate cross-organizational collaboration and partner engagements to improve information flow and trust. Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership by providing context and recommendations on evolving threats and vulnerabilities. Track, document, and report on analytic activities in knowledge management and workflow systems. Lead small teams or task areas, managing workflows and assigning tasks to ensure timely delivery. Mentor junior analysts, providing guidance on tradecraft, research, and partner engagement. Contribute to continuous improvement of analytic methodologies, workflows, and reporting processes. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, political science, or a related field. 7-12 years of professional experience in cyber analysis, program support, or consulting. Demonstrated expertise in threat analysis, incident monitoring, and technical reporting. Proven ability to manage analytic workflows, track deliverables, and coordinate personnel at the task level. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, including vulnerabilities, incident response, and adversary behavior. Experience producing technical reports, intelligence assessments, or incident summaries. Strong interpersonal skills with experience coordinating across diverse partner communities. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including experience briefing leadership. Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead workstreams in fast-paced environments. Must be able to obtain security clearance. Desired Qualifications: Prior experience supporting DHS, CISA, or other federal cybersecurity organizations preferred. Familiarity with cyber threat frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, Cyber Kill Chain). Experience with analytic tools (e.g., Splunk, Shodan, VirusTotal, Recorded Future). Advanced degree or certifications in cybersecurity, intelligence analysis, or project management (e.g., CISSP, PMP). Existing TS-SCI or Secret clearance or DHS Suitability. Location: Arlington, VA Federal Contracts: This position involves working on federal contracts that require all workers on the contract to be U.S. Citizens. Additionally, some contracts may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Salary Range: $95K - $130K per year Positions Available: Multiple Expected Start Date: October 1, 2025 Contingent Hire: This position will be hired contingent upon winning the Federal contract work.