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# Cybersecurity Analyst

- **Company:** Nabout Leidos
- **Location:** United States
- **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Secure Coding, Security Information and Event Management, Software Verification, Test Scripts, Information Technology, Patch Management, Nessus, Firewall Services Module, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** May 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/233596/cybersecurity-analyst-virginia-va-dahlgren

## About the Role

* DoD security clearance - Secret level\n
 * A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field is preferred and 4+ years of relevant experience.\n
 * Foundational knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and an understanding of DoD/DoN cybersecurity directives.\n
 * Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus) and patch management.\n
 * Basic understanding of OS hardening, networking concepts, and system security engineering principles.\n
 * Strong organizational skills with the ability to contribute to clear technical documentation, procedures, and reports.\n
 * Excellent teamwork and communication skills with the ability to effectively support a lead engineer in a government contracting environment.\n
 * Must be willing and able to achieve DoD 8570/8140 compliance (e.g., CompTIA Security+) within 6 months of starting role\n, * Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.\n
 * Familiarity with secure coding practices or experience with secure code analysis tools.\n
 * Experience working in a DoD or government contracting environment.\n
 * Current CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.\n

## Description

* Assist in maintaining the CIAT system's cybersecurity posture in regard to availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation.\n
 * Support the execution of all cyber management functions in strict compliance with applicable DoD, DoN, SECNAV, and OPNAV directives.\n
 * Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) package and other accreditation support documentation.\n
 * Help generate and maintain the Cyber Applicable Requirements Verification Matrix (RVM) and assist in documenting cyber-related risks.\n
 * Assist in the application of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), the hardening of Operating Systems, and the implementation of firewall rules.\n
 * Provide hands-on support for the system's cyber hardware and software suites.\n
 * Conduct cybersecurity testing under the direction of the lead engineer and assist in documenting results in Cyber Applicable Test Reports.\n
 * Support the development and updating of system security documentation, training materials, and user guides.\n


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