Cybersecurity Analyst

Koniag IT Systems, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst with a TS/SCI clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with solution experts to design, build, and deploy secure solutions aligned with DoD cybersecurity regulations and mission requirements.
• Design, build, and deploy automation workflows to scale vulnerability discovery efforts across thousands of microservices, reducing manual security bottlenecks.
• Identify security-sensitive functionality in applications and services lacking security coverage and implement automation to ensure continuous security awareness.
• Research, identify, and document novel attack vectors and security weaknesses in DoD-owned and contractor-managed assets; develop state-of-the-art automation to detect and mitigate them.
• Identify gaps in systems lacking proper security scans; design and execute a roadmap for 100% coverage across all assigned assets and services.
• Perform threat modeling, design reviews, and code reviews to assess security implications for new systems and technologies; recommend secure-by-design solutions.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and penetration testing to ensure proper functioning of information systems, data processing, and cybersecurity measures.
• Collaborate with users and program teams to assess data access needs, identify potential security violations, and recommend technical or process improvements.
• Investigate and review security procedure violations; provide training and awareness to prevent recurrence.
• Safeguard systems and networks by training users, promoting security awareness, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Modify or configure security files, policies, and applications as needed to allow specialized access, correct errors, or integrate new systems securely.
• Prepare, manage, and oversee responses to security data calls, incidents, and compliance inquiries.
• Stay current with DoD directives, cybersecurity trends, tools, and Zero Trust initiatives; proactively apply lessons learned to strengthen organizational security posture.
• Identify and recommend updates to security policies, procedures, and safeguards to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with DoD 8140, NIST RMF, DoDI 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01, CDM, and ZTA.
• Utilize and maintain proficiency with a broad array of security applications and tools, including SIEM, SOAR, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, and encryption solutions.
• Perform other related cybersecurity and risk management duties as assigned in support of CDAO's Sensitive Decision Support (SDS) mission.

Education, Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
• 2+ years' experience working in the IT, Information Security, and/or Cybersecurity fields, preferably in support of DoD or federal systems.
• Experience supporting Cisco enterprise security technologies and implementing enterprise-level security solutions.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity regulations and frameworks, including DoD 8140/8570, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), and Continuous Diagnostics and Monitoring (CDM).
• Knowledge of core security concepts: access control, identity and authentication, defense-in-depth, intrusion detection, encryption, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms, Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) tools, and cloud security solutions.
• Prior experience with security assessments, bug bounty programs, or penetration testing highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues and recommend solutions.
• Proficiency with a wide range of security applications, automation frameworks, and monitoring tools.

Abilities:

• Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary cybersecurity team in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate security into agile project management and DevSecOps practices.

Security Clearance requirement:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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