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Cybersecurity Analyst
Job Location:
Job Location:
Fort Lee, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 100000 - 145000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
27 August 2026 (19 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
24 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Cybersecurity Analyst
ROLE
We need an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). This role supports the cybersecurity evaluation of drone systems and components submitted for review under the Blue UAS Cleared List Program which determines which commercial unmanned aircraft technologies are secure enough for military and government this role you will serve as a technical subject matter expert reviewing cybersecurity assessment reports identify vulnerabilities and residual risks affecting DoW missions and validate whether submitted remediation plans sufficiently mitigate identified vulnerabilities. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
BACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
LOCATION
CLEARANCE
CLIENT
HOURS
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
RELOCATION
COMPENSATION
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion gender sexual orientation ancestry national origin age marital status mental disability physical disability medical condition pregnancy political affiliation military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations:This position is W-2 only; no Corp-to-Corp or 1099 will not be offered. This position requires access to Department of Justice facilities and systems. As a condition of employment selected candidates must complete and receive favorable adjudication from a federal government background investigation as required by the U.S. Department of Justice. Individuals primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC copier fax telephone cell phone etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead bend and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time
ROLE
We need an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). This role supports the cybersecurity evaluation of drone systems and components submitted for review under the Blue UAS Cleared List Program which determines which commercial unmanned aircraft technologies are secure enough for military and government this role you will serve as a technical subject matter expert reviewing cybersecurity assessment reports identify vulnerabilities and residual risks affecting DoW missions and validate whether submitted remediation plans sufficiently mitigate identified vulnerabilities. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serves as a technical subject matter expert supporting the cybersecurity evaluation of product submissions
- Provides technical expertise and advisory support regarding cybersecurity requirements technical standards risk management and assessment methodologies
- Applies demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles applicable to embedded systems software firmware wireless communications networking encryption authentication and supply chain security
- Interprets cybersecurity assessment methodologies penetration testing results vulnerability assessments software assurance evaluations and firmware analyses
- Reviews cybersecurity assessment reports supporting technical documentation and assessment evidence to evaluate completeness technical sufficiency and adequacy in support of Government technical acceptance decisions
- Identifies cybersecurity vulnerabilities threats attack vectors and residual risks affecting DoW missions warfighter safety and national security
- Provides technical recommendations regarding cybersecurity findings risk mitigation strategies and applicability of cybersecurity requirements to Blue List candidate technologies
- Verifies and validates whether a companys submitted remediation plan would sufficiently mitigate identified cyber vulnerabilities
- Maintains awareness of applicable Federal statutes DoW policies NDAA requirements and cybersecurity frameworks relevant to the Blue List Program
- Monitors emerging cybersecurity threats vulnerabilities and policy developments affecting small unmanned systems and related technologies
BACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Minimum of five (5) years of practical experience preferred
- Active DoW 8570/8140 IAM or IAT Level II or III certification (e.g. CISSP CISM or CompTIA Security) required
- Demonstrated expertise applying NIST SP 800-53 controls NIST SP 800-161 (SCRM) and navigating the DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve an Authority to Operate (ATO)
LOCATION
- San Diego CA DCMA Facility
CLEARANCE
- Active or interim DoW security clearance; favorably adjudicated Tier 3 background investigation required
- Must be a US Citizen
CLIENT
- Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Unmanned Systems-Experimental (US-X) command
HOURS
- 40 hours per week
- 8 hours per day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
- Employment Classification Eligibility W2
RELOCATION
- Not eligible for relocation benefits
COMPENSATION
- Salary range: $100000 $145000
- Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health dental and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. Full benefits brochure available for review.
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion gender sexual orientation ancestry national origin age marital status mental disability physical disability medical condition pregnancy political affiliation military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations:This position is W-2 only; no Corp-to-Corp or 1099 will not be offered. This position requires access to Department of Justice facilities and systems. As a condition of employment selected candidates must complete and receive favorable adjudication from a federal government background investigation as required by the U.S. Department of Justice. Individuals primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC copier fax telephone cell phone etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead bend and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
As a nation-wide provider of high-tech professionals, West 4th Strategy arms federal agencies and prime contractors with empowered professionals in data analytics, cybersecurity, systems integration, infrastructure management, and program management.
