Incident Manager III

Incident Manager III


Job Number : 22115


Location : Arlington, VA


Job Description :

Incident Manager III


Arlington, VA


Support mission-critical cybersecurity operations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by coordinating incident response and ensuring operational continuity in high-responsibility environments.


Before You Apply


This is a full-time W-2 positio n with Allyon.

• Active TS/SCI clearance required
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• 5 or more years of directly relevant experience in cyber incident management or cybersecurity operations required

Candidates cannot proceed in the application process without meeting the required qualifications listed above.


Allyon does not sponsor security clearances and does not offer C2C opportunities for this role.


Why this Role Matters


When cyber incidents occur, the speed and precision of the response can define the outcome.


As an Incident Manager III supporting DHS, you play a central role in coordinating response efforts, prioritizing threats, and ensuring incidents are handled with clarity and discipline. Your work helps protect critical systems, supports national security, and ensures operational continuity in high-stakes environments.


If you can assess complex situations quickly, communicate clearly across stakeholders, and bring structure to fast-moving cybersecurity operations, this role offers immediate impact.


What You Will Do


You will support cyber incident management and operations by:

• Managing cyber incidents across the full incident response lifecycle
• Maintaining accurate and timely reporting within case management and ticketing systems
• Coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to drive response efforts
• Ingesting, validating, and analyzing information to determine appropriate courses of action
• Tracking and updating incidents with consistency, accuracy, and reliability
• Drafting summaries and reports and delivering briefings to leadership
• Maintaining knowledge records and documentation within systems of record
• Supporting risk-based prioritization of incidents using national-level frameworks such as NCISS
• Assisting in threat and vulnerability analysis, including identification of threat actors and attack patterns
• Supporting teams engaged in network monitoring, security operations analysis, and system hardening

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability
• 5 or more years of experience in cyber incident management or cybersecurity operations
• Strong understanding of incident response methodologies and lifecycle management
• Familiarity with NIST 800-62 and FISMA reporting requirements
• Knowledge of the NCCIC National Cyber Incident Scoring System for incident prioritization
• Understanding of cyber attack stages and adversary tactics
• Ability to recognize and categorize vulnerabilities and associated threats
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Incident Management, Operations Management, or related field
• Additional years of relevant experience in place of a degree
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat environments ranging from non-state to nation-state actors
• Knowledge of system and application vulnerabilities and exploit techniques
• Experience with operating system hardening and cyber defense policies and procedures
• Certifications such as Security+ or GCIH

What's In It for You


At Allyon, your compensation goes beyond salary. Our Total Rewards program is designed to lower your costs, support your wellbeing, and give you confidence in your future.

• Four flexible medical plan options with premiums averaging 15% below industry benchmarks
• Up to $1,800 in annual wellness incentives plus monthly rewards that put money back in your pocket
• $0 telemedicine visits and open access provider networks with transparent pricing
• 401(k) with modern planning tools plus HSA and FSA options for tax advantaged savings
• Dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental coverage including accident and critical illness
• Paid time off starting on day one plus flexibility to support balance

Your compensation is designed to make a real difference day to day, giving you the support and confidence to do your best work and live well outside of it.


About Allyon


Allyon is a Federal solutions partner supporting Department of War, Intelligence, and Civilian agencies through expertise in Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure & Engineering, Enterprise IT, and Program Management


For more than 15 years, we have helped government teams operate securely, efficiently, and confidently by delivering solutions that keep critical missions moving.


Our belief is simple. Mission success is built by people. We invest in our teams, our systems, and our culture with intention so our people can perform at their best and deliver when it matters most.


The Bottom Line


Ready to do meaningful work that supports real-world mission impact?


At Allyon, culture drives performance. We combine mission-critical work with a Total Rewards approach that invests in your health, financial security, and long-term growth.


If you want your skills to matter, your contributions to be recognized, and your compensation to reflect your value, this is your opportunity.


Apply today and join a people-powered team focused on mission success.