Cybersecurity Communications & Data Analysis Specialist

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate and respond to higher headquarters data calls, requests for information (RFIs), and emergency cybersecurity directives in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring all responses meet requirements and deadlines. 
 
• Support the preparation, collection, analysis, and submission of annual and quarterly FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act) reporting requirements, including performance metrics, security posture assessments, and compliance status updates. 
 
• Maintain comprehensive documentation to ensure auditability of all cybersecurity activities, assessments, remediation efforts, and compliance initiatives. Organize and manage records in accordance with record-keeping requirements and organizational policies. 
 
• Triage and manage cybersecurity inboxes and ticket queues, prioritizing incoming requests based on urgency and impact, routing items to appropriate team members, and tracking issues through resolution to ensure timely closure. 
 
• Develop and deliver clear, professional reports, briefings, presentations, and executive summaries tailored to diverse audiences including CISOs, CIOs, authorizing officials, auditors, and senior leadership. 
 
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including auditors, inspectors general, government oversight agencies, and cross-functional teams to gather information, schedule assessments, and facilitate compliance reviews. 
 
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and cybersecurity metrics including vulnerability remediation timelines, control effectiveness, assessment completion rates, and compliance posture trends. 

What You Have:

• Must be a U.S. citizen. Active or ability to obtain security clearance.  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, compliance, or related roles with specific experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs. 
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Communications, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. 
• Demonstrated expertise with FISMA reporting requirements and cybersecurity performance metrics and measures. 
• Strong working knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks including NIST SP 800-53 (security controls), NIST SP 800-37 (Risk Management Framework), and related special publications. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to create clear, professional documentation including technical reports, executive briefings, and compliance artifacts for diverse audiences. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret complex technical data and translate findings into actionable insights. 
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all documentation, data analysis, and reporting activities. 
• Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CAP (Certified Authorization Professional), or GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership). 
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms for creating dashboards and presenting security metrics. 
• Experience supporting audit and assessment activities including IG audits, GAO reviews, OIG inspections, or third-party security assessments.  
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) with strong emphasis on Excel for data analysis, pivot tables, charting, and dashboard creation. 
• Background in technical writing, business analysis, or data science with demonstrated ability to transform technical information into executive-level communications. 

What We Offer:

• 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
• Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
• Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually