Cyber Analyst - Senior

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are seeking a Senior-level Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Air Combat Command (ACC) Cybersecurity Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and unit Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) in sustaining and enhancing an enterprise cybersecurity program.

The selected candidate will provide advanced cybersecurity operations, compliance, and risk management support, ensuring secure system operations, regulatory compliance, and effective threat mitigation across classified and enterprise environments. This role requires independent execution, analytical rigor, and the ability to advise leadership on cybersecurity posture improvements.

Work Schedule: (shift hours and days of the week)

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform cyber analysis in support of intelligence, operational, and defensive cyberspace missions
• Oversee and perform network security operations, including timely implementation of security patches,
• Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risks across mission systems
• Conduct investigative analysis in support of Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) including identification and analysis of malware, spyware, Trojans, and unauthorized software
• Support cybersecurity compliance with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, ICD 503, and Zero Trust principles
• Analyze and report cybersecurity posture metrics, including IAVA compliance, patch management status, Cybersecurity Performance Evaluation Model (CPEM) metrics, and A&A workflow tools data and ATO status
• Coordinate all system changes (hardware/software/firmware) with the ISSM
• Ensure compliance with all DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity and information assurance directives
• Maintain required certifications, qualifications, and training documentation
• Support continuous monitoring, risk management framework (RMF), and audit readiness activities

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

This position supports sensitive programs and requires strict adherence to DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity, information assurance, and intelligence oversight standards.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Candidates must meet all DOD 8140 462 (Control Systems Security Specialist - Intermediate) Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) requirements for installing, configuring, maintaining and securing IT hardware & software
• CISSP, Security+ CE / CASP+, CEH or equivalent certifications
• Strong knowledge of  NIST SP 800-53 and RMF (ICD 503) requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in vulnerability management (IAVA, patching)
• Experience with incident response and malware analysis
• Strong understanding of security compliance and ATO processes
• Demonstrated mastery of qualitative and quantitative analytic methodologies
• Strong analytical writing and communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and local security and conduct standards
• Ability to complete required training and maintain qualifications throughout the contract
• Contractor-provided training and certification upkeep (unless Government-directed)
• Ability to obtain and maintain required program, system, and facility access

Security Clearance Required:  TS/SCI eligibility

Minimum Education:  Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field OR Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 additional years of relevant senior experience (total 15 years equivalent)

Minimum Years of Experience:  6 years cyber or analytical experience; At least part of the required experience must be within the past two (2) years.

Required Certifications:

• Must meet DoD 8140.02 / DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Requirements
• Appropriate DCWF role alignment (e.g., Cyber Defense Analyst, ISSO, Network or Systems Security roles)
• Certification eligibility prior to contract performance (tracked and reported per Government standards)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in DoD, Air Force, or Intelligence Community cyber operations
• Knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, IC GovCloud)
• Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, and security control assessments
• Experience supporting ISSO, Systems Administrator, or Network Security functions
• Completion of AF IC CYBER 100 Course (highly desired)

Amentum’s health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and receive a performance discretionary bonus.
The base salary range for this position is $111k to $171k. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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