Cyber Analysis Lead with Security Clearance

Title: Cyber Analysis Lead Location: Ability to report to either Alexandria, VA or Seaside, CA About iWorks : iWorks Corporation, founded in 2005, is a leading provider of information technology and professional services to the federal government. We are a recognized leader in personnel security and vetting solutions, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps , data analytics, and cloud solutions. Our continuous process improvement approach, combined with our business and technology expertise , results in innovative solutions. We offer exceptional comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability); 401(k); Health and Wellness Benefits; and Paid Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Holiday Time. You're eligible for bonuses throughout the year as part of our incentive program for innovation and business development. All employees are also considered for an annual raise, commensurate with performance and company commitment. About this position: The Cyber Analysis Lead is responsible for leading and directing a team of cyber analysts in identifying , analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and providing tailored mitigation recommendations focused on risk reduction. This role develops and implements security monitoring strategies and procedures to enhance the organization's security posture, mentors a team of cyber analysts, guides threat intelligence analysis and vulnerability assessments, and delivers actionable risk-reduction recommendations to stakeholders. Salary Range: 120k - 200k Commensurate with position title, skills, experience, location, and qualifications On a day-to-day basis, you will:

• Lead and direct a team of cyber analysts in threat and vulnerability analysis.
• Develop and implement security monitoring strategies and procedures.
• Guide threat intelligence analysis and vulnerability assessments.
• Provide actionable risk-reduction recommendations to stakeholders.
• Mentor team members and contribute to proactive security improvements.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports on cyber risk posture and trends.
• Support network analysis and monitoring in line with DCWF Work Role 443 - Network Analyst [Advanced], including traffic analysis, anomaly detection, troubleshooting, and secure network operations. Required Education/Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or related field and/or 10 years of progressively complex experience in cybersecurity operations or analysis.
• Secret Security Clearance.
• Certifications:
• CompTIA Security
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Familiarity and/or expertise with:
• Assured Continuous Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Endpoint Security Suite (ESS)
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Server (MDE/S)
• Log management / SIEM
• Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)
• User Activity Monitoring (UAM)
• IDS/IPS
• Cyber Operational Attributes Management System (COAMS) and Continuous Monitoring Risk Scoring (CMRS)
• Tanium
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Central Application Vulnerability Management
• SAST / DAST
• Open Source Library Vulnerability Scanner (OSLVS)
• Container Security (CONSEC)
• Software Supply Chain Management (SSCM) Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with Splunk, ELK, Sentinel, ACAS/Tenable, or DoD SIEM tools.
• Knowledge of DHRA/DMDC mission systems and data flows. Please Note: We maintain an on-camera policy for all virtual company meetings to foster engagement and collaboration. Reasonable exceptions may be granted with prior approval from Human Resources and/or the applicable manager or client. FLSA & EMPLOYMENT STATUS : FLSA EXEMPT AND FULL-TIME POSITION iWorks Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic. iWorks is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment for all employees and ensuring the security and well-being of our clients. As part of our standard hiring process, we may conduct background checks and drug screenings on potential candidates to assess their suitability for employment.