ISSM

Senior Cyber Security Analyst III (ISSM)

Location: Clearfield, UT (Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required (Top Secret preferred)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst III (ISSM) to support critical Department of Defense (DoD) programs in Clearfield, Utah. This role is ideal for an experienced cybersecurity professional with strong expertise in RMF, NIST 800-53, FISMA, STIG compliance, and secure system design.

As a senior member of the cybersecurity team, you will work directly with government stakeholders, engineers, and program teams to secure complex IT environments, drive compliance efforts, support ATO initiatives, and provide technical leadership across multiple programs. This is a highly visible, customer-facing role that requires the ability to translate technical cybersecurity concepts into actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key Responsibilities
Lead cybersecurity efforts supporting multiple DoD programs and environments.
Design and implement secure technical solutions for new and existing systems.
Support and guide RMF activities, including system authorization packages and ATO efforts.
Coordinate with government customers and program teams to ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and requirements.
Perform security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and STIG reviews.
Conduct security control gap analysis and ensure traceability of security requirements.
Review and maintain RMF documentation, security policies, procedures, and technical artifacts.
Support FISMA audits and compliance assessments.
Develop and maintain network topology, boundary, and data flow diagrams.
Evaluate system architectures and recommend security enhancements.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior cybersecurity personnel.
Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate cybersecurity risks, findings, and remediation strategies.
Ensure systems remain compliant with DoD cybersecurity standards and best practices.
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience in Information Security, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or IT Audit.
Experience performing security risk assessments and cybersecurity compliance activities.
Strong understanding of:
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
NIST 800-53 Security Controls
FISMA Compliance
Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Vulnerability Management and Analysis
Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
Knowledge of system architecture, operating systems, network design, and Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA).
Experience creating cybersecurity artifacts, documentation, and architecture diagrams.
Ability to conduct security requirements analysis and control traceability reviews.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading technical teams and mentoring junior personnel.
Required Certifications

One of the following IAM Level II certifications is required:

CISSP (Preferred)
CAP
CASP+ CE
CISM
CCISO
Equivalent DoD 8570 IAM Level II certification
Education
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or a related discipline.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
Clearance Requirements
Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Candidates with an active Top Secret Clearance are highly preferred.
Preferred Experience
Experience serving as an ISSM or senior cybersecurity lead within DoD environments.
Experience coordinating directly with government Authorizing Officials (AOs), ISSOs, and security teams.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks and accreditation processes.
Background in network administration, Windows administration, cybersecurity engineering, or information assurance.
Experience supporting complex enterprise environments and mission-critical systems.