QA Reviewer, Cyber Security Analyst III

Akima; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Akima is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst III to implement cybersecurity measures, assess controls, and respond to incidents in support of critical mission operations. The role blends hands-on cybersecurity with mid-level assessment & authorization responsibilities to keep systems compliant, secure, and resilient.

The position is on-site with a competitive benefits package. The candidate will analyze logs, review firewall and network data, and contribute to metrics while supporting incident

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of equivalent work experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security control assessments, or related technical security functions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity tools, incident response processes, and security architecture principles.
• Experience evaluating logs, detection data, and firewall information to identify risks or suspicious activity.
• Experience conducting security assessments within federal cybersecurity frameworks (such as NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53).
• Ability to analyze and document risks, incidents, and vulnerabilities clearly and accurately.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex issues with minimal supervision.
• Strong written communication skills, including preparation of security documentation and assessment reports.
• Experience leading small teams or acting as a lead analyst is preferred.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of implemented security and privacy controls to determine effectiveness and alignment with DOE requirements.
• Review control implementations for accuracy, operating effectiveness, and alignment with security and privacy outcomes.
• Document findings, deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions in formal assessment reports and deliver results to Team Leaders.
• Conduct initial remediation actions and reassess remediated controls to verify successful implementation.
• Assess system-specific and inherited controls in accordance with DOE’s continuous monitoring strategy.
• Contribute to cybersecurity performance metrics, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Implement cybersecurity measures to protect DOE computer systems, networks, and data from intrusion, loss, and service disruptions.
• Develop and apply technical methodologies that support operational and functional cybersecurity procedures.
• Perform security measures designed to prevent vulnerabilities, threats, and unauthorized access.
• Review detection system logs, firewall events, and network traffic data to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks.
• Design, configure, and utilize cybersecurity tools and applications to evaluate, mitigate, and reduce risk.
• Analyze, document, and report cybersecurity incidents, system breaches, and potential impacts to mission operations.
• Respond to incident tickets and support incident response activities as required.
• Train staff on network security processes, IT security procedures, and best practices when requested.
• Handle complex security issues with minimal supervision, escalating only highly complex matters to senior personnel.
• Serve as a lead analyst when designated and provide subject matter expertise for broader cybersecurity initiatives.

Skills

Cybersecurity operations

Security control assessments

Incident response

Log analysis

Security architecture

Written communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

4 years of equivalent work experience

Tools

NIST RMF

NIST SP 800-53

Job description

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) advances the Department of Energy’s (DOE) mission by establishing enterprise-wide policy, standards, and services that ensure secure, reliable, and innovative information technology (IT) delivery across the Department. The OCIO is committed to strengthening DOE’s cybersecurity posture, improving IT service performance, and ensuring the protection of the Department’s systems, networks, and data while maintaining responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources.

The Cyber Security Analyst III supports this mission by implementing cybersecurity measures, assessing security controls, evaluating system risks, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents. This role combineshands‑onoperational cybersecurity functions withmid‑levelAssessment & Authorization (A&A) responsibilities to ensure DOE systemsremaincompliant, secure, and resilient.

Responsibilities

Assessment & Authorization–Aligned Duties

• Conduct assessments of implemented security and privacy controls todetermineeffectiveness and alignment with DOE requirements.
• Review control implementations for accuracy, operating effectiveness, and alignment with security and privacy outcomes.
• Document findings, deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions in formal assessment reports and deliver results to Team Leaders. Conduct initial remediation actions and reassess remediated controls to verify successful implementation.
• Assess system-specific and inherited controls in accordance with DOE’s continuous monitoring strategy.
• Contribute to cybersecurity performance metrics, deliverables, and reporting requirements.

Cybersecurity Analyst Duties

• Implement cybersecurity measures to protect DOE computer systems, networks, and data from intrusion, loss, and service disruptions.
• Develop and apply technical methodologies that support operational and functional cybersecurity procedures.
• Perform security measures designed to prevent vulnerabilities, threats, and unauthorized access.
• Review detection system logs,firewallevents, and network traffic data toidentifytrends, anomalies, and emerging risks.
• Design, configure, andutilizecybersecurity tools and applications to evaluate, mitigate, and reduce risk.
• Analyze, document, and report cybersecurity incidents, system breaches, and potential impacts to mission operations.
• Respond to incident tickets and support incident response activities as required.
• Train staff on network security processes, IT security procedures, and best practices when requested.
• Handle complex security issues with minimal supervision, escalating only highly complex matters to senior personnel.
• Serve as a lead analyst when designated and provide subject matter expertise for broader cybersecurity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree orfour (4) years of equivalent work experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security control assessments, or related technical security functions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity tools, incident response processes, and security architecture principles.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating logs, detection data, andfirewallinformation toidentifyrisks or suspicious activity.
• Experience conducting security assessments within federal cybersecurity frameworks (such as NIST RMF, NIST SP 800‑53).
• Ability to analyze and document risks, incidents, and vulnerabilities clearly and accurately.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex issues with minimal supervision.
• Strong written communication skills, including preparation of security documentation and assessment reports.
• Experience leading small teams or acting as a lead analyst is preferred.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance.

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered the position; however, they cannot begin work until the contract has been awarded and funding has been confirmed.

Job ID

2026-25519

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$110,000 - $135,000

Benefits

• Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AMO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders

, AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers

, AMO delivers innovative administrative support services that streamline operations, and enhance productivity.

As an AMO employee

, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.