Cybersecurity Operations Analyst
McLean, MD - USA
Job Summary
Job Family:
IT Cyber Security
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse has an exciting opportunity in our Defense and Security Segment to support cybersecurity operations efforts at the Department of War (DoW). The Cybersecurity Operations Analyst will be responsible for conducting recurring DISA STIG/SRG and ACAS assessments and performs daily monitoring of SIEM logs threat detection systems and GovCloud security tooling. The individual will analyze threats and vulnerability disclosures (including VDP inputs) and deliver routine cybersecurity reporting to support risk mitigation and operational awareness.
- Conduct recurring DISA STIG and SRG assessments and support ACAS scanning activities to identify document and track system vulnerabilities
- Perform daily monitoring and analysis of SIEM logs threat detection platforms and GovCloud security tooling to identify anomalous or malicious activity
- Triage analyze and escalate security alerts in accordance with established cybersecurity operations and incident response procedures
- Analyze threat intelligence vulnerability disclosures and VDP inputs to assess potential impact and support timely risk mitigation
- Document assessment results findings and remediation recommendations to support audit readiness and operational transparency
- Develop and deliver routine cybersecurity operations reporting to support situational awareness and leadership decisionmaking
- Support continuous improvement of cybersecurity monitoring reporting and vulnerability management workflows
- Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity operations align with federal agency requirements and security standards
What You Will Need:
- An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET Federal or DoD securityclearance
- Minimum of SIX (6) years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations SOC or incident response functions
- Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology Computer Science or related field
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Experience with threat detection tools and vulnerability management solutions
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards and frameworks (e.g. NIST FISMA FedRAMP DISA STIGs)
- Experience producing technical and executivelevel cybersecurity reporting
- Ability to work in fastpaced operational security environments supporting government clients
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- CompTIA Security CySA or similar certifications
- Experience supporting Defense Intelligence or federal agencies
- Exposure to cloud security tooling and GovCloud environments
- Experience working in consulting or clientfacing delivery models
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical Rx Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Guidehouse is the only scaled advisory consultancy in the world to fully integrate commercial and public or government businesses within each of our industry segments because complex problems require both perspectives to address and outwit.