Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 94,800 - 148,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits

401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees

Job summary

A technical organization supporting national security is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to oversee compliance in the development of a dual-environment software system. The role involves collaborating with teams, driving compliance efforts, ensuring secure data-sharing, and developing innovative solutions for emergency preparedness. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's (6 years experience) or Master's (4 years experience) and expertise in cybersecurity standards. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience for Bachelor's degree or 4+ years with a Master's degree in a related field.
• Expertise in Federal cybersecurity standards, including compliance.
• Proven ability to enforce vendor adherence to cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to oversee cybersecurity compliance.
• Drive ATO efforts for classified and CUI moderate systems.
• Enable secure data-sharing capabilities for NNPP systems.
• Provide oversight to ensure vendor compliance.
• Assist with system deployment across NNPP sites.
• Develop low code/no code solutions to enhance preparedness.

Skills

Cybersecurity compliance

Collaboration

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

We are seeking an accomplished and innovative Cybersecurity Analyst to support the design, implementation, and compliance oversight of a highly complex, first-of-its-kind software system for Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program radiological emergency response. This dual-environment solution will integrate a classified system with a FedRAMP CUI moderate platform to enable seamless real-time data sharing between emergency responders and civil authorities. The system must balance strict cybersecurity requirements with the need to securely share unclassified information beyond NNPP, ensuring operational success in continually evolving high-stakes environments. The Cybersecurity Analyst will play a key role in driving collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring vendor compliance, and supporting deployment across the global Program. Additionally, opportunities exist to develop low code/no code solutions to enhance emergency preparedness systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and software vendors to oversee cybersecurity compliance throughout the development lifecycle of this dual-environment system.
• Drive efforts to gain authorization to operate (ATO) for both the classified and CUI moderate systems, ensuring alignment with evolving National Security and Federal cybersecurity standards.
• Enable secure data-sharing capabilities between NNPP systems and civil authorities, supporting emergency response efforts.
• Provide oversight of the software vendor to ensure compliance with complex cybersecurity and operational requirements.
• Assist with system deployment and ongoing support across globally distributed NNPP sites.
• Develop and implement low code/no code solutions to enhance emergency preparedness and response operations across the Program.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Expertise in Federal (DOE/DOD) cybersecurity standards, including classified and FedRAMP CUI moderate compliance.
• Experience managing cybersecurity requirements for software solutions involving classified and unclassified systems.
• Familiarity with data-sharing practices involving civil authorities.
• Proven ability to enforce vendor adherence to cybersecurity requirements.
• Background in emergency planning or response.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to lead collaborative efforts with diverse stakeholders.
• Join our team in shaping this groundbreaking solution to empower emergency responders, improve situational awareness, and set new standards for emergency operations within Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$94,800.00 - $148,200.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.