Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in the heart of Washington DC to defend critical infrastructure against evolving threats. We're urgently seeking a passionate Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to lead our security operations and implement cutting-edge protection strategies. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with Fortune 500 clients in the nation's capital.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Lead incident response investigations and remediation efforts
- Develop and implement zero-trust architecture frameworks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with federal agencies on security compliance initiatives
- Create executive-level security dashboards and threat intelligence reports
- Mentor junior analysts and drive security awareness programs
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal contracting experience
- CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and NIST frameworks
- Proficiency with security automation tools (Ansible, Python)
- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Experience with MITRE ATT&CK frameworks