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Reston, VA (On-Site/Office)
Overview
Cyber Risk Analyst, Mid
Location & Travel: Reston, Va
✈️ Travel: None
️ Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI
Intelligent Waves is seeking a Cyber Risk Analyst to partner with system owners and administrators in identifying cyber risks, interpreting applicable policies, and developing effective mitigation strategies. In this role, you will evaluate technical data and personnel input from SMEs and engineers to assess the full threat landscape. You will then translate those findings into actionable plans-delivering clear guidance through presentations, whitepapers, and defined milestones.
Additionally, this position affords you the opportunity to act as an Information Security SME while broadening your skills in DevSecOps and cloud Security.
Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.
ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.
Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost-effective solutions to support the most complex missions.
Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.
Responsibilities
Vulnerability Analysis
Risk Mitigation
Framework Alignment
Risk Assessments
Collaboration
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Technical Expertise
Additional (Desired) Qualifications:
Benefits
Intelligent Waves offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, life and disability insurance. We invest in our employees' futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much more.
Clearance Statement
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with current security clearances or those eligible to obtain one.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Intelligent Waves is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and employees. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact humanresources@intelligentwaves.com.
A Veteran-Friendly Organization
#IW
#CJ
Cyber Risk Analyst, Mid
Location & Travel: Reston, Va
✈️ Travel: None
️ Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI
Intelligent Waves is seeking a Cyber Risk Analyst to partner with system owners and administrators in identifying cyber risks, interpreting applicable policies, and developing effective mitigation strategies. In this role, you will evaluate technical data and personnel input from SMEs and engineers to assess the full threat landscape. You will then translate those findings into actionable plans-delivering clear guidance through presentations, whitepapers, and defined milestones.
Additionally, this position affords you the opportunity to act as an Information Security SME while broadening your skills in DevSecOps and cloud Security.
Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.
ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.
Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost-effective solutions to support the most complex missions.
Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.
Responsibilities
Vulnerability Analysis
- Identify and assess vulnerabilities across IT systems, networks, and business processes to proactively address potential weaknesses.
Risk Mitigation
- Develop and implement effective mitigation strategies to reduce or eliminate identified security risks.
Framework Alignment
- Ensure security practices remain compliant with established standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO).
Risk Assessments
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate potential threats and vulnerabilities, strengthening overall security posture.
Collaboration
- Work closely with system engineers and technical teams to design and maintain resilient, secure environments.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Security+ (DoD 8570 Level II) certification
- 3+ years of professional IT experience
- 3+ years of cybersecurity and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) experience supporting DoD environments
Technical Expertise
- Proven experience leading DoD ATO packages, including A&A, RMF processes, and risk assessments for systems hosted in AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud environments
- Hands-on experience performing technical evaluations and security control assessments in cloud-native and containerized environments
- Experience collaborating with engineering teams to ensure DevSecOps pipelines align with cybersecurity policies and frameworks
- Proficiency with compliance and assessment tools such as ACAS, SCAP, STIGs/SRGs, eMASS, and Xacta
- Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related documentation, including development of SSPs, POA&Ms, SAPs, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring artifacts
Additional (Desired) Qualifications:
- Experience with DevSecOps, Path-to-Production, and CI/CD
- Experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 or Windows Server 2012 or higher
- Experience with cloud tools and container orchestration security
- Knowledge of STIG and compliance scans
- Ability to advise stakeholders on cloud security strategies, container orchestration security such as Kubernetes and Rancher, and platform hardening
- Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or IT
Benefits
Intelligent Waves offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, life and disability insurance. We invest in our employees' futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much more.
Clearance Statement
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with current security clearances or those eligible to obtain one.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Intelligent Waves is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and employees. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact humanresources@intelligentwaves.com.
A Veteran-Friendly Organization
#IW
#CJ
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