Risk Management Framework (A&A) Junior Analyst

Guidehouse • San Antonio, TX

3d • $85,000 - $141,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior RMF / Cybersecurity Analyst provides foundational support for federal cybersecurity compliance, A&A, and audit activities. This role supports documentation development, evidence collection, audit tracking, and operational RMF tasks while building expertise in federal cybersecurity frameworks and processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of TWO (2) years of experience in cybersecurity, IT compliance, audit support, or risk management.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Foundational experience in cybersecurity, IT compliance, audit support, or risk management.
• Basic understanding of NIST RMF or federal cybersecurity concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in structured, process driven environments.
• Willingness to learn and grow within federal cybersecurity programs.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.
• Coursework or training in cybersecurity, information assurance, or IT.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800 53 control families.
• Prior exposure to audits or compliance support activities.
• Entry level certification (Security+, ITIL, or similar)

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of RMF documentation including SSPs, control matrices, and POA&Ms under senior guidance.
• Support audit evidence collection, organization, and tracking activities.
• Maintain action logs, audit trackers, and status reports.
• Participate in A&A and audit meetings and document meeting minutes.
• Support maintenance of compliance and evidence repositories.
• Assist with POA&M updates and remediation tracking activities.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed