Cloud Cybersecurity Analyst

Dark Wolf Solutions • Washington, DC

4h • $100,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Dark Wolf is seeking a Cloud Cybersecurity Analyst to join a collaborative team designing, defending, and continuously evaluating enterprise security architecture and government accreditation posture for critical IT networks. The role supports active threat modeling, incident response, continuous audit monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and regulatory compliance. It is based in the Washington, DC metro area with a hybrid schedule opportunity.

The analyst uses vulnerability and compliance assessment tools to identify and track network-, system-, and application-level vulnerabilities; coordinates with IT teams on containment and remediation; and supports threat modeling and incident evaluation. The role also assists with validating security requirements, assessing operational risks, recommending safeguards, preparing for and participating in Security Test and Evaluation activities, reviewing audit logs, tracking findings and corrective action plans, and configuring and maintaining secure operating systems, network access controls, and security applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 2–5+ years of relevant cyber experience.
• Experience as a Cyber Analyst, RMF Engineer, ISSO, Information Assurance Engineer, Vulnerability Manager, or POA&M Manager.
• Hands-on experience with tools associated with the role.
• Experience with NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253.
• Experience with risk management policies and procedures, including DoDI 8510.01.
• Ability to communicate technical subjects clearly and concisely to non-technical audiences; strong written communication skills, including providing document feedback and preparing briefings.
• Experience using vulnerability and compliance assessment tools such as Nessus, SCAP, or App Detective.
• At least one of the following cybersecurity certifications: Security+ CE, SSCP, CAP, CISM, CASP, CISSP, GSEC, GICSP, GSLC, CEH, CDNA, or CSSLP.
• Experience assessing technical environments and translating implemented security controls into clear NIST SP 800-53 control narratives and supporting Authorization to Operate (ATO) documentation.
• Familiarity with at least one cloud service offering from AWS, Azure, or Google GCP.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Use COTS/GOTS and enterprise scanning tools to identify, analyze, and track network-, system-, and application-level vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate with IT teams to support containment, mitigation, and remediation of vulnerabilities and intrusions.
• Support threat modeling exercises and assist senior staff in evaluating security incidents to help prevent future occurrences.
• Assist in validating established security requirements, assessing operational risks, and recommending baseline safeguards.
• Participate in formal Security Test and Evaluation preparations and testing, and help draft post-test analysis reports.
• Periodically review system audit logs, track open findings, and monitor corrective action plans until issues are resolved.
• Assist in configuring, hardening, and maintaining secure operating systems, network access controls, and security applications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level