Information Security Analyst

tharros; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharros seeks an Information Security Analyst to support the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Cyber Warfare Department at Pax River, MD. The analyst will contribute to cybersecurity, RMF, vulnerability assessment, and cyber risk mitigation for Navy networks and mission infrastructure.

The role requires senior-level judgment, RMF depth, and the ability to lead analysts supporting DoD platforms and IT environments, coordinating with Government personnel and contractor teams on risk and

Qualifications

• Requires active TS, SCI-eligible
• Experience with RMF processes and ATO artifacts
• Experience producing technical cybersecurity documentation
• Experience supporting DoD or government platforms and IT infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security measures for networks and information systems.
• Assess system vulnerabilities and direct mitigation strategies.
• Oversee security controls for digital files and electronic infrastructure.
• Perform Information Assurance and Cyber Security activities across task areas.
• Support RMF activities: control assessment, package development, artifact review, POA&M support, and authorization documentation.
• Review vulnerability data, risk assessments, and authorization artifacts for quality.
• Support cyber forensic analysis in response to threats in hardware/software environments.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, leadership, and contractor teams on cyber risk and authorization matters.

Skills

RMF depth

Information Assurance

Vulnerability assessment

Cyber risk mitigation

Team coordination

Technical documentation

DoD/government environments

Education

BS Degree

Approved DoD Training Course

CASP+/Sec+/PenTest+/CompTIA Cloud+

Job description

Tharros is seeking an Information Security Analyst to support the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Cyber Warfare Department located in Pax River, MD. The analyst will support assigned cybersecurity, Information Assurance, RMF, vulnerability assessment, and cyber risk mitigation activities for Navy networks, systems, data, and mission infrastructure.

The Information Security Analyst will coordinate team tasking, track technical progress, support project planning, and help align cybersecurity execution with Government mission priorities. The role requires senior-level judgment, RMF depth, and the ability to lead analysts supporting DoD or other Government Agency platforms, weapons systems, or IT infrastructure environments.

• Plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security measures for computer networks and information systems.
• Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and direct development of mitigation strategies.
• Oversee implementation of security controls that protect digital files and electronic infrastructure.
• Perform Information Assurance and Cyber Security activities across assigned task areas.
• Support RMF activities, including control assessment, package development, artifact review, POA&M support, and authorization documentation.
• Review vulnerability data, security documentation, risk assessments, and authorization artifacts for technical quality.
• Support cyber forensic analysis in response to cyber threats in hardware and software environments.
• Coordinate with Government technical personnel, program leadership, and contractor team members on cyber risk and authorization matters.

Requirements:

• Active TS, SCI-eligible
• 3+ years of experience as an Information Assurance professional
• BS Degree OR Approved DoD Training Course OR intermediate-level certification (CASP+, Sec+, PenTest+, CompTIA Cloud+)
• Ability to produce accurate technical documentation in support of cybersecurity, RMF, and vulnerability management activities.