Cybersecurity Analyst — Blue UAS & Embedded Systems

West 4th Strategy, LLC; Fort Gregg-Adams (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

West 4th Strategy, LLC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst for the Defense Contract Management Agency to support cybersecurity evaluation of drone systems submitted under the Blue UAS Cleared List Program. You will review assessment reports, identify vulnerabilities, and validate remediation plans, ensuring alignment with DoW RMF and NIST standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field, 5+ years of experience, DoW IAM/IAT Level II/III certification, and U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Active DoW IAM or IAT Level II/III certification required
• Hands-on experience applying NIST SP 800-53 controls and RMF for ATO

Responsibilities

• Supports cybersecurity evaluation of product submissions for DoD programs
• Provides expertise on cybersecurity requirements, standards, risk management, and assessment methodologies
• Applies knowledge of cybersecurity principles across embedded systems, software, firmware, wireless, networking, encryption, and supply chain security
• Interprets assessment methodologies, penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and firmware analyses
• Reviews assessment reports and evidence to support Government acceptance decisions
• Identifies vulnerabilities, threats, attack vectors, and residual risks affecting missions
• Offers recommendations on remediation and risk mitigation for Blue List technologies
• Assesses whether remediation plans mitigate identified vulnerabilities
• Keeps updated on DoW policies, RMF, and cybersecurity frameworks relevant to Blue List
• Monitors emerging cybersecurity threats affecting unmanned systems

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

RMF navigation

NIST knowledge

Threat analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/CE

Active DoD IAM/IAT Level II/III certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or Security+)

Tools

CISSP/CISM/CompTIA Security+

Job description

West 4th Strategy, LLC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst for the Defense Contract Management Agency to support cybersecurity evaluation of drone systems submitted under the Blue UAS Cleared List Program. You will review assessment reports, identify vulnerabilities, and validate remediation plans, ensuring alignment with DoW RMF and NIST standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field, 5+ years of experience, DoW IAM/IAT Level II/III certification, and U.S.