Cybersecurity Analyst

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

 

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

 

Why Join QinetiQ US?

 

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ is looking Cybersecurity Analyst to support our Lorton, VA location.

 

The selected candidate will provide Cybersecurity Analyst support in coordination with QinetiQ CISO to achieve, manage and maintain secure cybersecurity posture across QinetiQ Enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's cyber security assurance controls and processes.
• Contributes to incident response planning and post-incident analysis
• Prepares risk reports and present findings to senior management
• Stays abreast of the latest cyber security trends, threats, and technologies
• Provide vulnerability analysis and reporting on accredited information systems
• Scans information systems using scanning tools such as Nessus
• Creates documentation such as SOPs, internal process documents, and input into cyber policies that support the continuous monitoring of accredited information systems
• Coordinates with information system POCs for plan updates and mitigation strategies to ensure overall health of IT systems, networks and applications
• Develop continuous monitoring and plans of actions and milestones (POA&Ms)
• Assess and validate configuration files from various technologies according to DISA’s Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guides
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures, conducting security assessments, and monitoring the organization's cyber security posture in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7012
• Must develop and maintain a System Security Plan (SSP) and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to address any gaps.
• Responsbile for conducting DoD NIST 800-171 assessment
• Will cooperate with DoD audits and provide access to evidence demonstrating compliance

Required Qualifications

• at least 6 years of Cyber Security experience managing system security controls, Accreditations and ATOs
• Bachelor's degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience, master’s may be substituted for 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Relevant certifications: CompTIA Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst +, Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CISSP, a plus

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $90,000 -  $115,00 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

 

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

 

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.