Cybersecurity Analyst, Mid Career

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 86,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) Savings program

Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

EAP

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks a Cybersecurity Analyst to secure and monitor our IT environment, assess cyber risks, and implement security controls. You will work with engineers to maintain design and test networks supporting naval propulsion systems.

Join a team driving digital transformation and safeguarding critical data, with opportunities across Knolls or Bettis sites and a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of core IT systems, cybersecurity principles, and risk management concepts.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple locations and produce clear technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support RMF activities and documentation.
• Perform security audits and evaluate configurations for compliance.
• Monitor security tools and logs to detect attacks and anomalies.
• Ensure IT systems align with cybersecurity requirements and policies.
• Contribute to security awareness and training programs.
• Collaborate with shipyards, Naval Reactors, BPMI, and cross‑department partners.

Skills

IT systems

Cybersecurity

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a highly motivated Cybersecurity Analyst to join the Unclassified Systems Infrastructure (USI) Information Technology (IT) team. In this role, you will secure and monitor our IT environment, assess and mitigate cyber risks, implement and improve security controls, and work closely with technical and business stakeholders to safeguard critical systems and data. You will be part of a team of skilled IT professionals who partner with engineers to maintain the network infrastructure that supports the design, development, and testing of naval nuclear propulsion instrumentation and control systems for the U.S. Navy. Additionally, this role will contribute to the ongoing expansion of our IT environment and the integration of new technologies that advance our organization's digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Support various Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and assist with the creation, maintenance, and management of related documentation.
• Perform network security audits and evaluate system security configurations to ensure effectiveness and compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Monitor security technologies and system logs to detect, identify, and alert on potential attacks, intrusions, anomalous behavior, and misuse, distinguishing malicious from benign activity.
• Ensure IT systems and cybersecurity plans, controls, processes, standards, and procedures align with approved cybersecurity requirements.
• Support and contribute to security awareness and training programs to promote secure behaviors and adherence to cybersecurity policies.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including shipyards, Naval Reactors, BPMI, and cross-department partners, to support the continued growth and expansion of our IT environment.

Job Location: This position is available at either the Knolls or Bettis site.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Broad understanding of core IT systems and infrastructure, including servers, operating systems, networks, storage, and end-user computing environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple locations.
• Ability to deliver clear presentations and produce well-structured technical documentation.

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$86,100.00 - $134,600.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.