Cyber Analyst, I

eResilience; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K retirement plan with employer-m​h

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Referentia Systems Inc in Hampton, VA seeks a Cyber Analyst I to execute cyber risk assessments for DoD AFNET systems. The role requires knowledge of systems security, networking, and information assurance; onsite work in Hampton is required.

Responsibilities include identifying vulnerabilities, contributing to risk assessment processes, and collaborating with SMEs to meet deadlines and quality standards. DoD security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems, or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3 years' experience in cyber risk assessment or DoD AFNET technologies.
• DoD 8140 IAM Level I/II certification.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130, DODI 8510.01 preferred.
• Active DoD security clearance required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong analytical and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Determines system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of artifacts, interviews, and evaluation of current system state.
• Contributes toward recommendations on processes and methodologies to assess cybersecurity risk within the SCA's authorization boundary.
• Works with Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCARs to ensure cybersecurity analyses and risk assessments meet time and quality standards.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Planning & organization

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Cyber risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity / CS / IT / IS

Job description

Full time | Referentia Systems Inc | United States

Posted On 08/04/2026

Job Information

Cybersecurity

$66K - $74K

City Hampton

State/Province Virginia

23666

Job Description

Job Summary

The Cyber Analyst, I applies expertise and work experience executing cyber risk assessments to perform duties assigned by the Security Control Assessor (SCA) for the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Enterprise Authorizing Official (EAO) systems. The ideal candidate will provide information assurance activities and must have knowledge of systems, operating environments, system security, and networking.

*This position requires onsite work in Hampton, VA.

Duties

• Determines system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of technical artifacts, interviews, and evaluation of current system state
• Contributes toward recommendations on processes and methodologies to assess cybersecurity risk on information technology within the SCA's appointed authorization boundary
• Works with other Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCARs to ensure that all cybersecurity analysis and cybersecurity risk assessments are completed with time and quality standards established by Division leadership and Task Lead
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems required. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• 1-3 years' experience in cyber risk assessment or experience with technologies utilized in AFNET or DoD systems
• IAM Level I/II certification in accordance with the DoD approved 8140 baseline certifications
• Familiarization with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130 and DODI 8510.01 is preferred
• Must have strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Quick learner; passionate about technology and able to learn new technology areas, as directed
• Must be an effective team player with good interpersonal skills
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to display professionalism in all situations
• Knowledge in emerging technologies including cloud, AI and visualization, networking, systems engineering, identity management, web technologies, system administration, and/or system security is preferred
• This position requires onsite work. Must remain flexible to be able to work in the office, as assigned.
• Must possess an active DoD security clearance

Referentia provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes health care insurance (medical, dental, vision, drug), paid time off, group term life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, income protection coverage, 401K retirement plan with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.