Job Description

Information Security Analyst (Senior)

Location: Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA

Position: Information Security Analyst (Senior)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Analyst to safeguard critical IT systems for federal government contracts. This full-time, hybrid position offers the opportunity to lead security efforts for the Department of Defense, preparing accreditation documentation, evaluating configurations, and ensuring robust security controls. Join our team to advance your career in a secure, compliance-driven environment, protecting mission-critical assets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare system accreditation documentation required by Navy and/or DoD standards, ensuring compliance with federal regulations (e.g., NIST, FISMA).

• Evaluate security configurations of systems and applications to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.
• Apply and configure security controls for production, development, and test systems to maintain robust security postures.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and remediation planning to mitigate security threats.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security best practices into system designs and operations.
• Document security processes, configurations, and compliance reports for audits and stakeholder reviews.

• Stay current with emerging threats and DoD cybersecurity policies to enhance system protections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related field.

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in IT roles, with expertise in:
  • Preparing Navy/DoD system accreditation documentation.
  • Evaluating and maintaining security configurations for systems and applications.
  • Applying and configuring security controls across production, development, and test environments.
• Active Secret clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (IT-II level) required and must be maintained throughout employment.

• Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (CWF) certification required: IAT III (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or equivalent).

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being:

Technology You’ll Use

• Security tools: Nessus, Splunk, or similar for vulnerability scanning and monitoring.

• Compliance platforms: RMF tools (e.g., eMASS) for accreditation and documentation.
• Secure collaboration platforms (e.g., DoD SAFE) for document submission and communication.

• Configuration management tools for securing systems and applications.

Location

Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA

Salary

• $104,519 to $121,022 annually, commensurate with experience.

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