Cybersecurity Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) in upholding the necessary information assurance framework and preparing for cybersecurity compliance audits, such as FISCAM.

• Contribute to the creation and upkeep of Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and security assessment artifacts.

• Aid in validating security controls for systems, applications, and cloud-based services.

• Support ongoing monitoring efforts and compliance reporting for security measures.

• Examine vulnerability scan outcomes, monitor remediation efforts, and assist in planning corrective actions.

• Evaluate threats and apply best practice methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation.

• Assist in enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.

• Maintain the operational security posture of information systems.

• Support change management for security-critical software, hardware, and firmware.

• Collaborate closely with cybersecurity, engineering, and government stakeholders to maintain security documentation, oversee system compliance, and support ongoing security assessments and audits.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must possess or be willing to quickly obtain a Security+ certification.

• Must hold an active Secret clearance.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Familiarity with DoD RMF, NIST SP 800-53, or related cybersecurity compliance frameworks is required.

• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, operating systems, encryption, authentication, and common security tools is essential.

• Experience in supporting daily cybersecurity operations within enterprise IT environments.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with a capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related academic discipline is necessary.

• At least 1 year of experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, or similar roles.

• Must successfully pass a drug test and background screening.

• Preferred: Practical understanding of the vulnerability management lifecycle.

• Preferred: Experience with ACAS, Tenable, or similar vulnerability management tools.

• Preferred: Familiarity with eMASS or other RMF documentation management tools.

• Preferred: Experience aiding FISCAM, FIAR, or other Federal audit activities.

• Preferred: Experience supporting DoD or U.S. Air Force systems.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive market salary.

• Generous paid time off (PTO) package.

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• 401K retirement plan.

• Short-term disability insurance.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• A fun and engaging workplace culture.

• Training opportunities to keep you updated on the latest technologies.