Appian Security Business Analyst

Blue Rose Consulting Group is seeking an Appian Security Business Analyst to support Department of State and the security assessment and testing of a new software deployment.

This position is full-time-Onsite. The selected candidate will work with development and security personnel to identify potential security shortcomings, plan corrective actions, and verify that implemented solutions resolve identified security gaps.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate a new software deployment to identify potential cybersecurity shortcomings and security gaps.
• Collaborate with developers to analyze identified issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Develop remediation plans in coordination with technical team members.
• Create and execute tests to evaluate security-related software changes.
• Confirm that implemented development solutions resolve identified security gaps.
• Translate cybersecurity terminology and complex security concerns into understandable testing requirements.
• Document testing activities, results, identified issues, and remediation outcomes.
• Support security assessments using cybersecurity fundamentals and operational security knowledge.
• Participate in Agile testing, issue resolution, and solution-validation activities.

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity.
• Intermediate proficiency in cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Intermediate proficiency in cybersecurity assessment.
• Intermediate proficiency in cybersecurity operations.
• Strong software testing and solution-validation skills.
• Ability to understand cybersecurity terminology and complex security issues.
• Ability to work closely with developers to identify, remediate, and retest security gaps.

Preferred Qualifications

• Located in or near the Washington, D.C. area.
• Background in software testing fundamentals.
• Experience working with Agile processes and procedures.

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. is a certified HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing professional services to federal government clients. We are committed to delivering high-quality solutions while building a team of talented professionals who support meaningful missions.