Defense Cybersecurity Analyst: Drone Systems RMF Expert

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

Job summary

West 4th Strategy seeks an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) in evaluating drone systems for the Blue List program. You will review assessment reports, identify vulnerabilities, and validate remediation plans to mitigate risks affecting DoW missions and national security.

The role requires a DoD-level security mindset, a DoW 8570/8140 IAM or IAT Level II/III certification, and a strong background in NIST RMF, risk management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a technical discipline such as Cybersecurity, CS, or CE.
• Active DoW 8570/8140 IAM or IAT Level II/III certification required (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or Security+).
• Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 controls and RMF for ATO processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical SME supporting cybersecurity evaluation of product submissions.
• Provide expertise on cybersecurity requirements, standards, risk management, and assessment methodologies.
• Apply knowledge of embedded systems, software, firmware, wireless, networking, encryption, and supply chain security.

Skills

IAM/IAT certification

NIST RMF knowledge

Cybersecurity assessments

Vulnerability identification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Job description

West 4th Strategy seeks an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) in evaluating drone systems for the Blue List program. You will review assessment reports, identify vulnerabilities, and validate remediation plans to mitigate risks affecting DoW missions and national security.

The role requires a DoD-level security mindset, a DoW 8570/8140 IAM or IAT Level II/III certification, and a strong background in NIST RMF, risk management, and