Cybersecurity Analyst (Entry-Level)

cortina; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (BCBS) and Dental

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Cortina Solutions is seeking an entry-level Cybersecurity Analyst to support NSWC PCD on a critical contract. You will perform daily monitoring, STIG checks, and scan reviews to help protect naval technology.

This role emphasizes learning and professional growth under a senior team lead. The Junior Cybersecurity Analyst provides foundational cybersecurity and IT support, ensuring compliance, security, and operational readiness across DoD information systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, CS or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0-3 years of relevant civilian or military experience.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Familiarity with RMF accreditation and authorization processes.
• Experience with DOD cybersecurity tools (DISA STIG Viewer, DISA SCAP Tool, Tenable ACAS, McAfee HBSS/ePolicy Orchestrator).
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support cybersecurity operations for NSWC PCD contract.
• Perform STIG checks, scan reviews, and RMF-related activities to maintain compliance.
• Assist with POA&M updates and patch tracking.
• Support system authorization and continuous monitoring with authorized tools.

Skills

Cybersecurity concepts

RMF familiarity

DoD tools familiarity

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

DISA STIG Viewer

DISA SCAP Tool

Tenable ACAS

McAfee HBSS/ePolicy Orchestrator

Job description

About Us

Be a part of a winning team that provides technical solutions with integrity. Cortina is a government contractor providing technical professional services. But we are so much more than that! For approximately every three employees brought on to support the government, we hire an individual from an under-resourced, developing community and train them to enter the professional job market.

Cortina is very proud of the reach-back it offers to the local community. Not only that, we LOVE our employees and do all we can to ensure they have a great work experience. Come join a company that believes in being a part of something bigger than themselves!

Job Description

Cortina Solutions is seeking an entry-level Cybersecurity Analyst to support the execution of a complex contract supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD). You must be ready to support the mission, executing daily monitoring, STIG checks, and scan reviews that shape and protect the future of naval warfare technology. The ideal candidate will be expected to work with Excellence, serve with Integrity, and approach every problem with a drive to Get Things Done.

The Junior Cybersecurity Analyst provides foundational cybersecurity and IT support for Department of the Navy information systems, ensuring compliance, security, and operational readiness. This role supports the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls across enterprise IT environments in accordance with DOD and Navy policies.

Responsibilities include providing cybersecurity and IT support in compliance with SECNAV M-5239.2 for CSWF roles; maintaining required certifications and training for all information systems and operating systems within the scope of duties; assisting with POA&M updates; tracking IAVM/patches; and supporting system authorization and continuous monitoring activities under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to generate control evidence. The position utilizes DOD-approved cybersecurity tools, including DISA STIG Viewer, DISA SCAP Tool, Tenable ACAS, and McAfee HBSS/ePolicy Orchestrator, to assess, remediate, and report system security posture.

At Cortina, we believe in training and developing our workforce, not just providing a job. The selected candidate will be paired with a senior team lead for structured mentoring, hands‑on training, and professional development in support of your career and our nation’s critical defense workforce.

Job Requirements

• 0-3 years of relevant civilian or military professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or other relevant field of study (or equivalent experience).
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation and authorization process.
• Exposure to or experience with DOD cybersecurity tools, including DISA STIG Viewer, DISA SCAP Tool, Tenable ACAS, and McAfee HBSS/ePolicy Orchestrator.
• Active DOD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior internship or hands‑on experience in a DOD environment.
• Completed coursework or additional entry‑level certifications relevant to operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows Admin).

Benefits

Cortina Solutions is committed to offering comprehensive and affordable benefits to employees and their families.

• BCBS Medical and Dental Insurance
• VSP Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Flexible PTO
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Federal Holidays
• Company Match on Employee Non-Profit Donation
• Professional Development

Background Check Requirement

As our team members work on government sites, all potential candidates are subject to a background screening that fully complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Position dependent on contract award.