Senior Cyber Security Analyst

TEKSYSTEMS INC.
Clearfield, UT, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Cyber Security Identity and Access Management Information Technology Audit Information Systems Security Architecture Professional Information Systems Security Engineering Professional Network Administration Requirements Traceability SC Clearance Information Technology Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

Lead cybersecurity initiatives across multiple DoD programs. Design, engineer, and implement secure technical solutions for customer environments. Partner with RMF teams to ensure systems meet security and compliance requirements. Review and support RMF authorization packages submitted for government approval. Coordinate directly with DoD agencies and government stakeholders. Gather security artifacts and assist programs in obtaining and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO). Conduct vulnerability assessments, STIG reviews, and remediation activities. Support FISMA compliance reviews and cybersecurity audits. Perform requirements traceability and gap analysis to ensure security controls align with mission needs. Review system compliance with cybersecurity regulations, directives, and best practices. Create and maintain policies, procedures, topology diagrams, boundary diagrams, and data flow diagrams. Mentor junior cybersecurity professionals and provide technical leadership. Present cybersecurity findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

We are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst III (ISSM) to support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) programs in Clearfield, Utah. This role is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with a background in Network Administration, Windows Administration, Information Assurance, or Cybersecurity Operations who has experience performing security vulnerability assessments and navigating complex compliance requirements.

As a senior member of the cybersecurity team, you will partner directly with government customers, engineers, and program stakeholders to design secure solutions, support Risk Management Framework (RMF) initiatives, and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.

This is a highly visible, customer-facing position requiring strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to communicate complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Qualifications Experience 7+ years of experience in: Cybersecurity Information Security Information Assurance IT Audit Security Risk Assessment Technical Background

Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following:

Network Administration Windows Systems Administration Information Assurance Cybersecurity Analysis

Must possess strong knowledge of:

Security vulnerability assessments RMF and ATO processes NIST 800-53 security controls STIG implementation and remediation Security compliance assessments Network and system security architecture Security documentation and policy development Certification Requirements

Must possess an IAM Level II certification, including one of the following:

CISSP (Preferred) CAP CASP+ CE CISM GSLC CCISO Clearance Requirements Active Top Secret Clearance, OR Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret Clearance, Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience. CISSP-ISSEP or CISSP-ISSAP certifications. Formal training in Risk Management Framework (RMF) or IT Audit methodologies. Experience coordinating with government customers during accreditation efforts. Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity guidance, FISMA, RMF, STIGs, and NIST frameworks. Experience supporting enterprise-level security initiatives within federal or defense environments.

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