Cybersecurity Analyst

JCS Solutions LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability (short and long term)

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Professional Development reimbursement

Job summary

JCS Solutions LLC in the Bethesda area seeks a Cybersecurity Analyst to protect critical federal systems. In this hands-on role, you'll support vulnerability management, threat monitoring, endpoint security, incident response, and remediation efforts.

You'll work with cybersecurity and IT teams to identify risks, investigate security events, and drive corrective actions, leveraging enterprise security tools and strong communication to translate technical findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in enterprise cybersecurity operations.
• Experience with SIEM, vulnerability management, EDR/endpoint protection, patch management.
• Ability to document findings and communicate risks to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with federal frameworks (NIST, RMF, FISMA, CDM).
• US Citizenship and eligibility for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and SIEM events; investigate threats.
• Perform vulnerability management activities and remediation tracking.
• Administer and support enterprise cybersecurity tools and endpoint protection.
• Investigate incidents; perform initial triage and coordinate response.
• Collaborate with system admins and engineers to implement security improvements.
• Support patch management and secure configurations.

Skills

Security Monitoring

Vulnerability Management

Endpoint Security

Incident Response

Security Remediation

Cybersecurity Tool Administration

Documentation & Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Tenable/Nessus

Splunk

Microsoft Defender

BigFix

Job description

Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success!

Job Summary

JCS Solutions is seekinga Cybersecurity Analyst and help protect critical federal systems. In this hands-on role, you'll support vulnerability management, threat monitoring, endpoint security, incident response, and remediation efforts.

Working alongside cybersecurity and IT teams, you'll identify risks, investigate security events, and drive corrective actions. We're looking for a proactive cybersecurity professional who combines technical expertise with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

What’s in it for you:

• Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
• Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
• A robust benefits package:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-and-long term disability
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match
  • Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
  • And more!

Whatyou willdo:

• Monitor security alerts, SIEM events, endpoint activity, and vulnerability scan results to identify and investigate potential threats.
• Perform vulnerability management activities, including scanning, risk assessment, remediation tracking, and validation.
• Administer and support enterprise cybersecurity tools, endpoint protection platforms, and security monitoring technologies.
• Investigate security incidents, conduct initial triage, and coordinate appropriate response and remediation efforts.
• Partner with system administrators, engineers, and application teams to identify risks and implement security improvements.
• Support patch management, system hardening, secure configurations, and endpoint security operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, vulnerabilities, remediation activities, and operational metrics.
• Assist with security assessments, audits, compliance activities, and evidence collection.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Escalate complex or high-risk security issues when appropriate.

Whatyou will bring:

• USCitizenship is required. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a USsecurity clearance.
• 3+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations in an enterprise environment. Experience in at least three of the following areas:
  • Security Monitoring
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Endpoint Security
  • Incident Response
  • Security Remediation
• Cybersecurity Tool Administration
• Hands-on experience with enterprise security technologies such as SIEM, vulnerability management, EDR/endpoint protection, patch management, or related cybersecurity platforms.
• Experience analyzing security alerts, investigating vulnerabilities, assessing risk, and supporting remediation efforts.
• Strong ability to document technical findings and communicate security risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Current cybersecurity certification such as Security+,CySA+, SSCP, CISSP, GSEC, ISC2 Associate, or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative federal IT environment and follow established security, incident management, and change management processes.
• Experience supporting federal agencies, healthcare organizations, or highly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with NIST, FISMA, RMF, and other federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with tools such as Tenable/Nessus, Splunk, Microsoft Defender, BigFix, or comparable technologies.
• Experience supporting security assessments, audits, compliance activities, or Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.

How will you wow us:

• Experience with enterprise cybersecurity tools, including vulnerability management, SIEM/log analysis, endpoint protection, EDR, or patch management platforms (e.g., Tenable, Splunk, Microsoft Defender, BigFix, or similar).
• Familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks and requirements, including NIST, RMF, FISMA, and Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM).
• Experience supporting security assessments, audits, compliance activities, or Authorization to Operate (ATO) efforts.
• Experience using ServiceNow or similar platforms to track cybersecurity incidents, vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation activities.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity operations in enterprise environments across Windows, Linux, cloud, and networked systems.
• Ability to analyze security findings, assess risk, and translate technical issues into actionable remediation plans.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities while collaborating effectively with cross-functional technical teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in cybersecurity.
• Active Public Trust, Secret, Top Secret, or higher US security clearance preferred.

At JCS Solutions, compensation is based ona number offactors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00

JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services.Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.

JCSisbothaGreat Place to WorkandaTop Places to Workcertified company.

Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!

• Customer Experience:Strive for excellence and delight our clients
• Innovation:Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
• Accountability:Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
• Inspire:Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
• Integrity:Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
• Stewardship:The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to ourcare.

Commitment toNon-Discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

NOTICE: Please be aware that all JCS Solutions communications related to job interviews and offers from our recruiting team willonlycome from @JCSSolutions.com. We want to emphasize thatwe do not conduct any interviews over Discord, Slack, Skype, Zoom, or any chat app.