Cyber Analyst, Mid-Level

Referentia Systems Incorporated; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Referentia Systems Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Cyber Analyst to execute cyber risk assessments for DoD/AF systems. The role focuses on information assurance, system security, and networking expertise, with onsite work in Hampton, VA.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in cyber risk assessments, IAM Level II, and familiarity with NIST SP 800-53. Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred. Salary ranges from $92,000 to $115,000 with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems required (equivalent work experience allowed).
• IAM Level II Certification per DoD 8140 baseline required.
• 5+ years in cyber risk assessment or AFNET/DoD tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Determine system vulnerabilities and residual risk from artifacts, interviews, and current state analysis.
• Evaluate effectiveness of proposed mitigations and controls.
• Contribute to tech/policy changes to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risk within the authorization boundary.
• Collaborate with Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCARs to meet time and quality standards.
• Support elicitation of information assurance requirements through customer liaison and research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Analytical skills

Written & verbal comms

Independent worker

Team player

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

eMASS

NIST SP 800-53 guidance

Job description

Full time | Referentia Systems Inc | United States

Posted On 10/07/2026

Job Information

Cybersecurity

$92K - $115K

City Hampton

State/Province Virginia

23666

Job Description

The Cyber Analyst, Mid-Level, 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 a broad range of information assurance activities and has a strong 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
• Evaluates effectiveness of proposed mitigations
• Contributes toward recommendations on technical/policy changes, processes and methodologies to assess and mitigate 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
• Supports program and projects with security and information assurance requirements elicitation based on customer and subject matter expert communication and independent research
• 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 Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred.
• IAM Level II Certification in accordance with the DoD approved 8140 baseline certifications required
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in cyber risk assessment or experience with technologies utilized in AFNET or DoD systems
• Proficiency with eMASS preferred
• Must have familiarization with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130 and DODI 8510.01
• Strong planning, organization, and analytical skills, with attention to detail required
• Must be able to take initiative and be self-motivated
• Quick learner; passionate about technology and able to learn new technology areas as directed
• Ability to elicit, identify, and research information assurance requirements and perform as a member of an assessment review team
• Effective team player with good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Must be able to display professionalism in all situations
• Knowledge in emerging technologies including cloud, AI and virtualization, networking, systems engineering, identity management, web technologies, system administration and system security preferred
• This position requires onsite work. Must be flexible to be able to work in the office, as assigned.
• Must possess an active DoD security clearance

At Referentia, we invest in our people. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; paid time off; life and AD&D insurance; income replacement coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; tuition reimbursement; and more.

Referentia is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.