Cybersecurity Policy / IA Program Analyst

Cybersecurity Jobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 76,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs is seeking a DHS information technology support services analyst in Washington, DC to support governance, A&A activities, accreditation processes, and program documentation.

The role involves developing training materials, maintaining policies, coordinating with federal stakeholders, and contributing to a centralized training tracking system. A strong information assurance background and DoD certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, information assurance, or related discipline.
• Minimum four (4) years of information assurance experience focused on policy development and governance documentation.
• Experience coordinating with government stakeholders to create policy and SOPs.
• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level 2 and IAM Level 2 certifications.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, tracking tools, training guides, and process guides for information assurance governance.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders to produce memoranda, process guides, ISAs, and MOUs.
• Create and update portal content with policy information to support cybersecurity operations.
• Support centralized training tracking system management.
• Assist ISSOs with reviewing and updating management guides, policy development, and accreditation SOPs.

Skills

Policy development

Training guides

Governance documentation

Stakeholder communication

Information assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or information assurance

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

The Cybersecurity Policy / IA Program Analyst will support a DHS information technology support services program in Washington, DC, with a focus on cybersecurity governance, assessment and authorization (A&A), and information assurance program support. The role contributes to policy and documentation development, training materials, and stakeholder-facing portal content while assisting with accreditation support activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, tracking tools, user and operator training guides, and process guides supporting information assurance governance aligned to established DHS, federal, and DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Coordinate with multiple government stakeholders to produce documentation such as memoranda, process guides, Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs), and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).
• Create and update portal or webpage content using stakeholder-relevant information drawn from DoD, federal, and agency policies to support cybersecurity operations.
• Support the development and ongoing management of a centralized training tracking system.
• Assist Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) in reviewing and updating information system management guides, policy development, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) required for accreditation.
• Develop training briefs and process documentation that support cybersecurity governance, standards, and compliance.
• Support standardization of cybersecurity processes and templates across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, information assurance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum four (4) years of information assurance experience, with emphasis on cybersecurity policy development, training guide and process guide development, and governance documentation.
• Experience collaborating with government stakeholders to create policy, process, and agreement documentation, including accreditation-related SOPs and management guides.
• Active/current certifications to qualify for both DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level 2 and IAM Level 2.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of data governance and data framework compliance.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Technology Stack

• Microsoft Office suite
• SharePoint

Security Clearance

• Existing active TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to hire.
• Only U.S. citizens are eligible for the security clearance; only current U.S. citizens will be considered.

DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level 2 Certification

To qualify, the position requires ONE of the following:

• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• CompTIA Security+ CE (Sec+ CE)
• EC-Council Certified Network Defense (CND) v3
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• CCNA Security
• Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)
• Certified Information Systems Audi

DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level 2 Certification

To qualify, the position requires ONE of the following:

• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C-CISO)
• HealthCare Info. Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP)
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)
• GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified C

Compensation and Location

• Location: Washington, DC (onsite)
• Salary: USD 76,000 to 106,000 per year

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and Traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
• TRICARE Supplemental Coverage for TRICARE-eligible individuals
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan (2 plan options)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance for employee
• Additional Life Insurance options for employee + family
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Plan
• ID Theft Protection Plan
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program