Cybersecurity Analyst – US Government Programs

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Security Analyst & Engineer supporting information security for U.S. Government projects. Conduct technical security assessments and collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with federal mandates.

Responsibilities:

  • Work as part of a team of Information Security professionals supporting the enterprise
  • Conduct proactive technical security assessments in response to alerts, research, and advisories
  • Utilize industry’s best practice and enterprise-class tools to hunt for threats, review indicators of compromise, and provide guidance on impacts in response to security incidents
  • Design and implement security controls aligned with NIST, FISMA, and DoD frameworks
  • Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring rapid containment and remediation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with enterprise policies and standards and align them to multiple U.S. federal cybersecurity mandates
  • Develop and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and audit reports
  • Support accreditation and authorization processes under RMF and DIACAP
  • Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship (required for clearance eligibility)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant U.S. Government work experience
  • Minimum 2 years of experience working with or within the U.S. Government or U.S. Military in a cybersecurity capacity
  • Active certifications such as: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, or other risk-focused credentials
  • Security+, CEH, or various SANS certifications is a plus
  • Work experience and understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks (NIST 800-53/171, RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP, CMMC)
  • Work experience with SIEM tools, endpoint protection platforms, and vulnerability management systems

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Opportunities for growth, training, and certification support
  • Flexible remote work environment