Security Analyst

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

The Senior Security Analyst ensures that all development activities comply with security requirements and implements security best practices throughout the software lifecycle. This position supports DevSecOps implementation, conducts security assessments, and ensures the unified solution meets all DoD security standards and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement security controls and best practices
• Support DevSecOps pipeline security integration
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability analysis
• Manage security findings and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
• Support RMF activities and security documentation
• Coordinate security scans and remediation efforts
• Review code for security vulnerabilities
• Implement secure coding practices and guidelines
• Support incident response and security investigations
• Maintain security documentation and compliance records

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of information security experience
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of DoD security requirements (NIST 800-53, RMF, etc.)
• Experience with security testing tools (SAST, DAST, SCA)
• Understanding of secure software development lifecycle
• Knowledge of containerization security and Kubernetes security
• Experience with security compliance and authorization processes
• Security+ or equivalent certification (required)
• CISSP, GIAC, or similar advanced security certification (preferred)
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
• Must be U.S. citizen

 

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.