Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst

Core4ce is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Analyst responsible for identifying, evaluating, prioritizing, and remediating cyber threats while deploying and managing enterprise security tools. The role involves reviewing new systems for security risks, partnering with business units to implement protections, responding to security incidents, and coordinating with IT teams to support secure architecture and engineering activities. Candidates should demonstrate advanced technical expertise across networks, operating systems, and Microsoft platforms, with a deep understanding of data security principles, authentication mechanisms, and digital signatures. Preferred qualifications include the ability to interpret complex technical documentation, maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive projects, and lead critical incident response efforts effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment, management, and maintenance of enterprise-level cybersecurity tools to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency.
• Review and evaluate proposed systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks.
• Recommend mitigations or countermeasures and resolve integration issues to align with security best practices.
• Serve as a key cybersecurity advisor to business units, ensuring the proper implementation of security protections in current and future projects.
• Coordinate with IT and Incident Response teams to respond to security incidents efficiently, ensuring adherence to established procedures and timelines.
• Work with IT and internal organizations to coordinate architecture and engineering activities, ensuring alignment with security objectives.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of documentation related to DFARS, NIST SP 800-171, and NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5 standards, including Security Plans and POA&Ms.
• Oversee system categorization, security control selection and implementation, and conduct security assessments.
• Prepare authorization packages, facilitate authorization decisions, and ensure continuous monitoring.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and provide guidance on RMF and compliance requirements.
• Develop, implement, and update security policies and procedures to ensure they reflect the latest threats and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee continuous monitoring efforts to detect, analyze, and mitigate threats to the organization's information systems.
• Lead internal and external security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and standards.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline
• 8 or more years of relevant experience.
• In-depth understanding of DoD cybersecurity policies, directives, and standards, such as DoD Instruction 8500.01 (Cybersecurity) and DoD Instruction 8510.01 (Risk Management Framework).
• In-depth understanding of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) requirements and its application within the DoD environment.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain security and technical certifications to meet 8140 compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and administering a variety of networks, OSs, and applications.
• Strong knowledge and experience administering a variety of current Microsoft platforms.
• Knowledge of data security administration principles, methods, and techniques.
• Familiarity with domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret security and technical documentation.
• Proven track record of maintaining the confidentiality of high-sensitivity projects and data.
• Ability to perform critical-incident response.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including military personnel and contractors.
• Ability to lead cybersecurity teams and mentor junior analysts, fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement.

Why Work for Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers-driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We offer:

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage-employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters-supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.