Cyber Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• US Citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Tier-3 Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in Federal cybersecurity compliance.
• Expert knowledge of federal cybersecurity mandates, including RMF.
• Hands-on proficiency with cybersecurity tools such as eMASS, Nessus, SonarQube, and/or Checkmarx.
• Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 security controls.

Responsibilities

• Support the ISSM by preparing and maintaining the system's RMF package throughout its lifecycle using the eMASS tool.
• Develop, maintain, and update all required RMF documentation.
• Conduct continuous monitoring, analyze vulnerability scan results, and track the remediation of vulnerabilities by applying IAVM-directed patches.
• Coordinate security engineering input into system designs and the implementation of security controls.
• Analyze results from SAST/DAST security scans (e.g., SonarQube, Checkmarx) and collaborate with the development team on remediation.
• Track and respond to cybersecurity incidents, ensuring timely reporting and effective recovery efforts.
• Ensure compliance with security requirements such as two-factor authentication, data-at-rest encryption, and FIPS standards.
• Document and report on cybersecurity performance, contributing to artifacts like the Software Cybersecurity Release Report.
• Act as a primary cybersecurity subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to the ISSM and program leadership.
• Participating in Agile/DevSecOps development cycles, ensuring security is integrated from concept to deployment.
• Review and validate system architecture, configuration changes, and release plans for security impacts.
• Prepare for and participate in security assessments, audits, and inspections.
• Liaise with external security stakeholders and accrediting authorities as directed.