Training Analyst (TS/SCI)

ZP Group; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification reimbursement

Full benefits: PTO/Holidays, Medical,

Vision, 401k

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions in Fort Meade, MD, seeks a Cyber Training Analyst to support DoD Cyber Defense Command Center. The role focuses on cyber training analysis, curriculum development, and workforce readiness to meet USCYBERCOM objectives. Onsite at Ft.

Meade, 4–8 years of qualifying experience required, TS/SCI with CI poly, and IAT II certifications. Responsibilities include planning and delivering curricula, standardizing training processes, maintaining training records, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 4-8 years of applicable experience.
• Active TS/SCI and eligible for CI Polygraph.
• IAT Level II (Security+, CySA+, GSEC, SSCP, GICSP).
• Working knowledge of the Joint Training System phases: Requirements, Plans, Execution, and assessments.
• Familiar with DRRS, JTIMS and JLLIS.
• Familiar with JOPP and JELC for joint training exercise planning.
• Experience briefing SES and General/Flag Officer leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cyber training analysis and workforce development planning to support DCDC and DoD readiness objectives.
• Plan, manage, and execute cyber training programs, including annual curriculum and training material updates.
• Improve training effectiveness through process standardization and assessments of capabilities.
• Maintain training databases and records for accuracy, compliance, and reporting.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting training, exercises, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate with cyberspace operations stakeholders to sustain task proficiency.
• Analyze training requirements and support exercise planning, execution, and AARs.
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training for DoD Cyber Operations Forces from foundational to advanced levels.
• Create training materials and ensure workforce compliance with DoD 8140 and DoDM 8570.
• Review SSPs and support C&A efforts; track IA training metrics and DoD/FISMA reporting.
• Manage Workforce Improvement Program tools, certification tracking, and readiness reporting.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Curriculum development

Training coordination

Workforce planning

Executive briefings

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

DRRS

JTIMS

JLLIS

JOPP

JELC

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cyber Training Analyst to support DoD Cyber Defense Command Center at Ft. Meade, MD. The team is seeking a strategic analyst to provide cyber training analysis and curriculum development in accordance with Joint Cyber Training objectives to maintain readiness standards for USCYBERCOM and DCDC. Details below:

Location: Ft. Meade, MD (100% onsite)

Responsibilities of the Training Analyst:

• Conduct cyber training analysis and workforce development planning to support DCDC and DoD readiness objectives.
• Plan, manage, and execute cyber training programs, including annual curriculum and training material updates.
• Improve training effectiveness through process standardization, capability assessments, and adaptation to evolving threats.
• Maintain training databases and records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting training, exercises, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate with cyberspace operations stakeholders to develop and sustain mission-essential task proficiency.
• Analyze training requirements and support exercise planning, execution, and after-action reviews.
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training for DoD Cyber Operations Forces from foundational to advanced levels.
• Create training materials and support workforce compliance with DoD 8140 and DoDM 8570 requirements.
• Review System Security Plans (SSPs) and recommend updates supporting Certification and Accreditation (C&A) efforts.
• Track Information Assurance training metrics and compliance reporting in accordance with DoD and FISMA requirements.
• Manage Workforce Improvement Program tools, certification tracking, and workforce readiness reporting.

Qualifications of the Training Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 4-8 years of applicable experience
• Active TS/SCI and eligible for CI Polygraph
• IAT Level II (Security+, CySA+, GSEC, SSCP, GICSP)
• Working knowledge of all four phases of the Joint Training System: Requirements, Plans, Execution, and assessments
• Familiarity with three programs of record for the Joint Training System (DRRS, JTIMS and JLLIS)
• Familiar with the Joint Planning Process (JOPP) and the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC) for joint training exercise planning
• Experience briefing Senior Executive Service (SES) and General Officer/Flag Officer leadership

Compensation of the Training Analyst:

• Total compensation based on experience level - $130,000-$160,000+ **based on experience level**
• Full Benefits: PTO/Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k
• Certification reimbursement

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