Security Analyst

Since 2006, MAXISIQ has advanced the state of Cyber RDT&E by bringing together industry expertise in software, hardware, communications and security, and leveraging decades of operational experience to deliver exceptional value to communities and the critical missions they support. Join us where we innovate, develop smarter solutions, technologies, services, and actionable capabilities for our clients- right when they need it most.

MAXISIQ is seeking a highly skilled Information Security Analyst to support a mission-critical program near Fort Meade, MD. The successful candidate will play a lead role in safeguarding classified and sensitive information systems, ensuring compliance with DoD and federal cybersecurity policies, and driving proactive risk management across enterprise-level networks and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assessment and authorization (A&A) activities in support of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate cybersecurity risks in accordance with NIST, DoD, and agency-specific guidelines.
• Conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and security testing for systems and applications.
• Develop and maintain security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Advise engineering and program management teams on security controls, incident response, and system hardening strategies.
• Monitor system logs and network activity to detect potential threats or anomalous behaviors.
• Support insider threat prevention, data protection strategies, and classified data handling in accordance with security policies.
• Stay current on emerging cybersecurity trends, technologies, and government requirements to ensure continued compliance and readiness.

Qualifications Required:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in information security, cybersecurity operations, or system assurance.
• Hands-on experience with DoD RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and related security frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in vulnerability management, SIEM tools, and incident response procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Equivalent Experience Substitution:
Candidates without a four-year degree may qualify with additional professional experience and current security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, CEH, or GSEC. Preferred:

• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and zero-trust architectures.
• Familiarity with security automation, compliance reporting tools, and continuous monitoring systems.

Work Environment

• Collaborative environment interfacing with cybersecurity engineers, systems administrators, and program management teams.
• May require occasional after-hours support during security incidents or system upgrades.

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