Cyber Analyst - MID

Amentum Services, Inc.
Fort Meade, United States of America
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 105K

Job location

Fort Meade, United States of America

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Cloud Computing
Intelligence Analysis
Network Security
Local Security Policy
Oracle Applications
Zero Trust Network Access
Cybercrime
Cyber Warfare

Job description

  • Perform cyber analysis in support of intelligence, operational, and defensive cyberspace missions
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risks across mission systems
  • Support cybersecurity compliance with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, ICD 503, and Zero Trust principles
  • Apply intelligence and cyber analytic tradecraft in accordance with ICD 203/206/208/209 standards
  • Develop and deliver analytical products, reports, and briefings to government stakeholders
  • Collaborate with system administrators, ISSOs, network engineers, and intelligence analysts
  • Ensure compliance with all DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity and information assurance directives
  • Maintain required certifications, qualifications, and training documentation
  • Support continuous monitoring, risk management framework (RMF), and audit readiness activities

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

This position supports sensitive programs and requires strict adherence to DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity, information assurance, and intelligence oversight standards., Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly qualified Cyber Analyst to support U.S. Government intelligence and cyberspace operations. The Cyber Analyst will provide expert analysis, cybersecurity support, and operational insight in support of national security missions. The ideal candidate possesses strong cyber tradecraft, experience in DoD and Intelligence Community (IC) environments, and meets all DoD 8140 Cyberspace Workforce qualification requirements.

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and local security and conduct standards
  • Ability to complete required training and maintain qualifications throughout the contract
  • Availability for CONUS and OCONUS support as mission requirements dictate
  • Contractor-provided training and certification upkeep (unless Government-directed)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required program, system, and facility access

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI eligibility

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree or associate + 10 years' experience

Minimum Years of Experience:6 years cyber or analytical experience; At least part of the required experience must be within the past two (2) years.

Required Certifications:

  • Must meet DoD 8140.02 / DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Requirements
  • Appropriate DCWF role alignment (e.g., Cyber Defense Analyst, ISSO, Network or Systems Security roles)
  • Certification eligibility prior to contract performance (tracked and reported per Government standards)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in DoD, Air Force, or Intelligence Community cyber operations
  • Knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, IC GovCloud)
  • Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, and security control assessments
  • Experience supporting ISSO, Systems Administrator, or Network Security functions
  • Completion of AF IC CYBER 100 Course (highly desired)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits & conditions

Amentum's health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $70k to $105k. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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