MANTECH
Information Systems Security Engineer
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About MANTECH
ManTech International Corporation is a prominent American defense contracting firm that specializes in technology solutions and services for U.S. government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, the company has grown to employ between 7,800 and 9,800 people across more than 20 countries and 19 U.S. states. In 2021, ManTech reported annual revenue of $2.6 billion, reflecting significant growth since its early years. The company offers a wide range of mission-critical technology solutions, including cybersecurity, data and AI integration, digital and IT services, and intelligent engineering. ManTech supports over 50 U.S. federal agencies and has established long-term relationships with clients, focusing on national security and homeland security missions. Its Innovation and Capabilities Organization develops advanced solutions to address complex challenges faced by warfighters. ManTech is committed to recruiting talent and supporting veterans while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Security at MANTECH
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Security Philosophy
- ManTech's AppSec mission centers on a 'Software Factory' approach that integrates DevSecOps with Zero Trust security and operations.
- Their philosophy emphasizes early implementation of security into development workflows ('Shift Left') and a risk-based approach that involves normalizing and quantifying risks.
- They acknowledge being a prime target for adversary intelligence services due to the nature of their work.
Security Team
The security organization is led by Paul Beckman (VP & CISO) and Daniel Payne (Chief Security Officer). Paul Beckman emphasizes modernizing legacy IT through cloud migration and zero trust. While specific AppSec team size and reporting lines are not publicly available, the company actively recruits for roles such as 'Application Security Architect' and 'Information System Security Engineer,' requiring skills in tools like Nessus and WebInspect.
Key Initiatives
ManTech utilizes 'Software Factory' and DevSecOps methodologies to implement security early in development. Recent initiatives include operationalizing Google Cloud's Vertex AI and securing large-scale contracts like the $200 million NOAA cyber contract. There is no public evidence of a formal Security Champions program or specific vulnerability remediation SLAs.
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