Program Security OPSEC Analyst

Honu Services; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC in Colorado Springs seeks a Program Security – Operations Security (OPSEC) Analyst Level 3 to support USSF missions. You will conduct OPSEC assessments, develop plans, and provide briefings to leadership.

The ideal candidate holds a TS clearance with SCI eligibility, 10+ years in OPSEC/IO, and strong analytical and communication skills to integrate security best practices across programs.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility/access.
• 10+ years of OPSEC/IO experience in DoD, defense, or mission-critical operations.
• Experience developing and managing OPSEC plans and CIILs for DoD missions.
• Experience assessing physical, cyber, mechanical, and information security vulnerabilities.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OPSEC assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify critical information, indicators, threats, and operational risks.
• Develop, implement, and maintain OPSEC plans, including CIILs and countermeasures.
• Evaluate procedures and information flows to identify vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Perform risk and threat analyses and recommend protective measures.
• Develop and deliver OPSEC training and awareness programs.
• Monitor OPSEC and Information Operations compliance and strengthen security posture.
• Analyze intelligence to identify threats and trends affecting mission operations.
• Prepare clear reports and executive-level briefings for leaders.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate OPSEC requirements into planning and processes.
• Support risk management, crisis and continuity planning, and security architecture reviews.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

OPSEC

Threat analysis

CIILs management

Risk assessment

Security training

Policy compliance

Executive briefings

Job description

Overview

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly skilled Program Security – Operations Security (OPSEC) Analyst Level 3 to support the United States Space Force (USSF) and its critical space mission.

In this role, you will conduct OPSEC and vulnerability assessments, perform risk analyses, develop OPSEC plans, deliver training, monitor compliance, and prepare reports and briefings for leadership. You will collaborate with USSF stakeholders to identify risks, protect sensitive information, and support advanced test and training capabilities.

We’re looking for a mission-focused professional with strong OPSEC expertise, analytical skills, and communication abilities who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to advancing the USSF mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OPSEC assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify critical information, indicators, threats, and operational risks
• Develop, implement, and maintain OPSEC plans, including Critical Information and Indicators Lists (CIILs) and appropriate countermeasures
• Evaluate operational procedures, communication systems, and information flows to identify vulnerabilities and recommend effective mitigation strategies
• Perform risk and threat analyses to assess the potential impact of compromised information and recommend protective measures
• Develop and deliver OPSEC training and awareness programs to reinforce policies, procedures, and security best practices
• Monitor and assess organizational OPSEC and Information Operations (IO) compliance, identifying opportunities to strengthen overall security posture
• Analyze intelligence products to identify emerging threats, vulnerabilities, indicators, and trends that may affect mission operations
• Prepare clear, detailed reports, assessments, and executive-level briefings for senior leaders and key stakeholders
• Collaborate across functional teams to integrate OPSEC requirements into operational planning, processes, and organizational practices
• Support broader security activities, including risk management, crisis and consequence management, continuity planning, security architecture reviews, lessons learned, and enforcement of operational security standards

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility/access
• 10+ years of experience as an OPSEC and/or Information Operations (IO) analyst or planner supporting DoD, defense, or other mission-critical operations
• Extensive knowledge of OPSEC principles, vulnerability assessments, threat analysis, risk management, and countermeasure development
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing OPSEC plans and Critical Information and Indicators Lists (CIILs) in support of DoD missions and critical functions
• Experience assessing physical, cyber, mechanical, and structural security vulnerabilities and developing appropriate mitigation strategies
• Knowledge of threat and vulnerability analysis, including anti-terrorism scenarios, modeling, and simulations
• Experience with security and OPSEC program life cycle management, continuity planning, crisis response, and training performance analysis

Educations and Certifications

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of experience supporting both federal and commercial markets, our team brings innovative expertise to complex IT challenges, delivering solutions across the globe.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple: "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.