The Role
Perform cloud security assessments and technical exchange meetings, evaluate AWS/Azure/Oracle/GCP architectures, analyze vulnerability scans (Rapid7, Nessus, Qualys), manage POA&Ms, use compliance tools (Xacta 360, Risk Vision, RSA Archer), support NIST RMF activities, prepare security packages and technical briefings, and perform information system security engineering and project management tasks.
Summary Generated by Built In
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite, Herndon, VA
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite, Herndon, VA
We are looking for a mission-focused Cyber Security Analyst to evaluate cloud architectures, conduct technical exchange meetings with service providers, and design or review systems built on AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, or GCP. You’ll support continuous monitoring, analyze critical findings using tools like Rapid7, Nessus, and Qualys, and manage POA&Ms to maintain compliance.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
At Ardent Principles, passionate integrity and a relentless pursuit of excellence define who we are. We offer a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your long‑term success. Our mission is to connect fulfilled employees with satisfied clients, ensuring your well‑being and professional satisfaction directly contribute to exceptional outcomes for those we serve.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
At Ardent Principles, passionate integrity and a relentless pursuit of excellence define who we are. We offer a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your long‑term success. Our mission is to connect fulfilled employees with satisfied clients, ensuring your well‑being and professional satisfaction directly contribute to exceptional outcomes for those we serve.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- Conducting security assessments, particularly for cloud infrastructure and cloud services.
- Facilitating TEMs with cloud service providers to review cloud service architectures
- Designing, implementing, assessing or reviewing systems that utilize cloud technology with either Amazon Web Services, Oracle Cloud, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure cloud architecture.
- Utilizing or reviewing cross domain technology and common architecture designs.
- Working with continuous monitoring requirements to include scan analysis for critical or high findings with common scan tools such as Rapid 7, Nessus, and Qualys.
- Monitoring or closing Plan of Action and Milestone items (POA&Ms).
- Utilizing compliance tools to track assessment and authorization activities such as Xacta 360, Risk Vision, RSA Archer.
- Working with the common control provider concept within the NIST Risk Management Framework.
- Security control assessments to include working with SCAs and preparing security packages for SCAs.
- Conducting information system security engineering activities.
- Project management experience including project planning, task tracking, milestone management, and resource coordination
- Developing and maintaining program metrics, performance indicators, and compliance status dashboards
- Preparing technical reports, program highlights, status briefings, and leadership communications.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences with or in the following are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work include:
- Using the Sponsor’s or IC element A&A process.
- Creating or reviewing A&A body of evidence documentation in a cloud security environment.
- Identifying, implementing, or reviewing appropriate information security controls.
- Working in Xacta 360
- A&A tools.
- Assessing cloud infrastructure and cloud services for security gaps and weaknesses according to industry standards.
- Reviewing cloud service provider body of evidence packages for completeness and accuracy.
- Facilitating technical exchange meetings (TEMs) with cloud service providers to review cloud service architectures.
- Providing project management support including project planning, task tracking, milestone management, and resource coordination to ensure timely delivery of all contract requirements.
What We Offer You
- Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
- Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
- 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
- 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
- Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.
SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Herndon, VA during core hours.
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About
At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
- Onsite work in Herndon, VA (full-time)
- Conduct security assessments for cloud infrastructure and cloud services
- Facilitate Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) with cloud service providers
- Design, implement, assess, or review systems using AWS, Oracle Cloud, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure
- Experience with cross domain technology and common architecture designs
- Continuous monitoring and scan analysis for critical/high findings using Rapid7, Nessus, Qualys
- Monitor and close Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&Ms)
- Use compliance/authorization tracking tools such as Xacta 360, Risk Vision, RSA Archer
- Work with NIST Risk Management Framework common control provider concept
- Perform security control assessments, work with SCAs, and prepare security packages
- Conduct information system security engineering activities
- Project management experience: planning, task tracking, milestone management, resource coordination
- Develop and maintain program metrics, performance indicators, and compliance dashboards
- Prepare technical reports, status briefings, and leadership communications
- Familiarity with Sponsor's or IC element A&A process
- Create or review A&A body of evidence documentation in a cloud security environment
- Experience identifying, implementing, or reviewing information security controls
- Experience working directly in Xacta 360 or other A&A tools
- Assess cloud infrastructure for security gaps according to industry standards
- Review cloud service provider body of evidence packages for completeness and accuracy
- Provide project management support to ensure timely delivery of contract requirements
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The Company
What We Do
Ardent Principles, Inc. is a people-focused IT and management consulting firm for commercial and government clients, specializing in IT services and program management, and offering advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and staff augmentation.
