Cyber Analyst, Sr. (Hampton, VA)

eResilience; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Referentia Systems Inc. in Hampton, VA, seeks a Senior Cyber Analyst to perform cybersecurity risk assessments for DoD/AF systems. The role requires strong knowledge of RMF processes, system security, networking, and information assurance practices.

The ideal candidate will contribute to assessments, lead others, and support training while working onsite in Hampton, VA. DoD clearance and IAM certifications are expected, with a focus on high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or related field required; equivalent experience may substitute.
• IAM Level II or III Certification per DoD 8140 baseline required.
• 10+ years of experience in cyber risk assessment or AFNET/DoD systems.

Responsibilities

• Determine system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of artifacts, interviews, and current state assessment.
• Evaluate effectiveness of proposed mitigations.
• Provide leadership with recommendations on technical and policy changes to mitigate cybersecurity risk.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk assessment

NIST SP 800-53

AFNET/DoD knowledge

Communication skills

Team leadership

Self-motivation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related

Master's degree preferred

Tools

eMASS

Job description

Full time | Referentia Systems Inc | United States

Job Information

IT Services

$114K - $129K

City Hampton

State/Province Virginia

23666

Job Description

The Cyber Analyst, Senior, 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 possess a strong knowledge of systems, operating environments, system security, and networking.

This position requires onsite work in Hampton, VA.

Job Duties

• Determine system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of technical artifacts, interviews, and evaluation of current system state
• Evaluate effectiveness of proposed mitigations
• Provide recommendations to leadership on technical and policy changes, processes and methodologies to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risk on information systems
• Work with other Cyber Analysts, SMEs and SCA-Rs to ensure that all cybersecurity analysis and cybersecurity risk assessments are completed within time and quality standards established by Division leadership and Operations Manager/Task Lead
• Train new team members in the proper methods to perform assessment reviews and support development of training materials for field personnel (system owner personnel) to support effective and efficient RMF processes
• Support program and projects with security and information assurance requirements elicitation based on customer and subject matter expert communication and independent research
• Support Operations Manager/Task Lead with program execution, deliver program deliverables, and support strategic process development
• Perform all other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or related field required. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. Master's degree is preferred.
• IAM Level II or III Certification in accordance with the DoD approved 8140 baseline certifications required
• Must have at least 10 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
• Must be a quick learner, passionate about technology and able to learn new technology areas, as directed
• Must be able to elicit, identify, and research information assurance requirements and perform as a member of an assessment review team
• Must be able to work effectively as a team member, as well as lead others to meet team and overall company goals and objectives
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and exceptional interpersonal skills required
• Must be able to display professionalism in all situations
• Must be able to implement, monitor and maintain quality control standards
• Knowledge in emerging technologies, including cloud, AI and virtualization, networking, systems engineering, identity management, web technologies, system administration, and system security is preferred
• This position requires onsite work. Must remain flexible to be able to work in the office, as assigned.
• Active DoD security clearance required

• health insurance coverage (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

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.