Cyber Security Analyst (TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support the USARPAC in overseeing cybersecurity operations across the USARPAC Area of Responsibility (AOR). This role includes managing risk across 11 separate networks, supporting Army-to-Army engagements throughout the Pacific, and building/managing Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) capabilities for exercises and real-world events.

Location: Ft. Shafter, Oahu, Hawaii

Key Responsibilities

Security Operations Oversight

• Validate compliant security architecture using current policies, procedures, and standards

• Evaluate policies for regulatory compliance

• Cross-reference and validate physical, personnel, facility, and information systems controls per Army Regulations and DoD directives

• Manage information security risks and report findings to government leadership

• Maintain current Authorities to Operate (ATO) in compliance with FISMA, RMF, and NIST guidance

• Support cybersecurity requirements during Army and Joint exercises

• Represent USARPAC and Commanding General in cybersecurity briefings and meetings

Technical Support & Documentation

• Attend technical meetings and provide recommendations

• Assist in drafting and reviewing cybersecurity policy, SOPs, and directives

• Ensure Secure Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs) are maintained via monthly POA&M reviews

• Review POA&Ms for currency and mitigation strategies

• Provide cybersecurity recommendations for proposed changes, initiatives, and projects

• Review system connection and policy exception requests; assess risk and draft Memorandums for Record for Authorizing Official (AO)

• Review change requests for completeness, accuracy, and residual risk prior to AO approval

Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Support

• Ensure external connections comply with DoD, Army, and USARPAC policy for Authority to Connect (ATC)

• Use eMASS to validate RMF 2.0 compliance for networks, systems, and programs

• Validate circuits, VPNs, and commercial connections via DISA Systems Network Approval Process

CORA & OIP Inspection Support

• Support CORA assessment teams during inspections

• Ensure NECs and RCCs comply with CORA requirements

• Participate in Site Assist Visits and report findings

• Assist with post-CORA remediation planning and execution

• Support Organizational Inspection Program (OIP) before, during, and after inspections

• Evaluate personnel, document findings, and train teams to prevent recurrence

Exercise Support

• Review and recommend network connections for AO approval

• Assist exercise participants in preparing documentation for AO review

• Participate in pre-exercise planning meetings

Required Qualifications

• Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, preferably with the Army

• 5+ years of experience with DoD and Army cybersecurity policy

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills for senior executive audiences

• Ability to evaluate data and identify problems, issues, and gaps quickly

Compensation:

• Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 (based on experience and education)
• Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, 11 federal holidays, and sick leave

Application Period: Opens on 10/13/2025 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

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