Cyber Analyst - Junior

Amentum

7d•$84,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are seeking a Junior-level Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Air Combat Command (ACC) Cybersecurity Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and assigned Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) in maintaining an effective and compliant cybersecurity program. In this role, the selected candidate will provide foundational cybersecurity support across network, system, and compliance domains. The candidate will assist with threat detection, vulnerability management, incident support, and cybersecurity program reporting activities within both enterprise and classified environments.

Requirements

Candidates must meet all DOD 8140 462 (Control Systems Security Specialist - Intermediate) Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) requirements for installing, configuring, maintaining and securing IT hardware & software
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 and RMF (ICD 503) requirements
Experience with vulnerability management (IAVA, patching)
Understanding incident response and malware analysis processes
Working knowledge of DoD and IC cybersecurity concepts and classification guidelines
Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and local security and conduct standards
Ability to complete required training and maintain qualifications throughout the contract
Contractor-provided training and certification upkeep (unless Government-directed)
Ability to obtain and maintain required program, system, and facility access
TS/SCI eligibility
Associate’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field OR 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
3 years of relevant cybersecurity or analytical experience, at least part of the required experience must be within the past two (2) years.
Must meet DoD 8140.02 / DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Requirements
Appropriate DCWF role alignment (e.g., Cyber Defense Analyst, ISSO, Network or Systems Security roles)
Certification eligibility prior to contract performance (tracked and reported per Government standards)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in DoD, Air Force, or Intelligence Community cyber operations
CISSP, Security+ CE / CASP+, CEH or equivalent certifications
Knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, IC GovCloud)
Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, and security control assessments
Experience supporting ISSO, Systems Administrator, or Network Security functions
Completion of AF IC CYBER 100 Course (highly desired)

Responsibilities

Perform cyber analysis in support of intelligence, operational, and defensive cyberspace missions
Assist in implementing and verifying security patches, including: JAVA updates, NOTAMs, and TCNO-directed changes
Participate in investigative operations supporting the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) to identify suspicious or unauthorized software (malware, spyware, Trojans)
Support daily cybersecurity activities, including logical and physical access control, media protection and equipment accountability, and sanitization and destruction of media
Assist in identifying and implementing security controls in accordance with ICD 503 and NIST SP 800-53
Coordinate with ISSM on system changes, including hardware, software, and firmware updates
Ensure compliance with all DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity and information assurance directives
Maintain required certifications, qualifications, and training documentation
Support continuous monitoring, risk management framework (RMF), and audit readiness activities