Defensive Cyber Analyst

BB6 Defense; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BB6 Defense is seeking a Defensive Cyber Analyst to support Cyber Operations Policy leadership and contribute to the development of defensive cyberspace operations policy and critical infrastructure protection. The role involves policy creation, incident response initiatives, and coordination with senior stakeholders.

The position can be filled at Journeyman or Senior level depending on experience. You will provide technical and analytical support on defensive cyber capabilities, assist in

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
• 8+ years in defensive cyberspace operations or related fields.
• 5+ years briefing complex cyber topics to GO/FO/SES-level leaders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with cyber policy development, strategy formulation, and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support development and update of cyber policy for defensive operations, including critical infrastructure protection and defense industrial base resilience.
• Assist in developing policies and strategies to deter, prevent, and respond to cybersecurity intrusions and incidents.
• Support implementation of lines of effort under the DoW Cyber Strategy.
• Provide technical and analytical support on defensive cyber capabilities, processes, operations, and execution.
• Contribute to cyber resilience, incident response, threat mitigation, and layered defense initiatives.
• Coordinate with diplomatic, law enforcement, intelligence, and network defense partners on malicious cyber threats.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

SCI eligibility

Briefing to senior leaders

Defensive cyber operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Defensive Cyber Analyst

Location: Mark Center / Pentagon

Position Type: Full Time

Clearance Required: TS/SCI

At BB6 Defense, we solve problems before they happen, deliver results when it matters most, and thrive in high‑stakes environments. We're building a team of mission‑driven professionals who bring precision, agility, and expertise to the fight.

We are seeking a Defensive Cyber Analyst to support Cyber Operations Policy leadership in developing and implementing defensive cyberspace operations policy, critical infrastructure protection, defense industrial base resilience, and cyber incident response initiatives. In this role, you'll provide technical and analytical support on defensive cyber capabilities and help develop policies and strategies to deter, prevent, and respond to cybersecurity intrusions and incidents. This position can be filled at the Journeyman or Senior level based on experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the development and update of DoW policy for defensive cyber operations, including defense of critical infrastructure, the defense industrial base, and critical warfighting capabilities.
• Assist in developing policies and strategies to deter, prevent, and respond to cybersecurity intrusions and incidents.
• Support implementation of lines of effort under the DoW Cyber Strategy.
• Provide technical and analytical support on defensive cyber capabilities, processes, operations, and execution.
• Support cyber resilience, incident response, threat mitigation, and layered defense initiatives.
• Contribute to whole‑of‑government efforts addressing malicious cyber threats in coordination with diplomatic, law enforcement, intelligence, and network defense organizations.
• Assess the alignment and feasibility of cyber security cooperation programs with DoW policy and strategy.
• Prepare policy documents, briefings, risk assessments, decision‑support materials, and senior‑level reports.
• Brief complex cyber operational, policy, and risk concepts to GO/FO/SES‑level leaders.
• Coordinate with senior leaders, military commands, interagency partners, and other stakeholders.

What You Bring to the Fight

• Active DoW Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience in defensive cyberspace operations, critical infrastructure protection, defense industrial base resilience, incident response, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience briefing complex cyber operational, policy, and risk concepts to GO/FO/SES‑level leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical support and advice on defensive cyber capabilities, policies, processes, and operations.
• Familiarity with defensive cyber policy development, strategy formulation, and implementation.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with senior‑level leadership.

Nice to Have

• Master's degree from an accredited university.
• Experience with cyber security cooperation, whole‑of‑government cyber initiatives, or defense industrial base policy.
• Familiarity with DoW cyber strategy, critical infrastructure protection, and national‑level cyber incident response.