Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Location: REMOTE
Work Type: REMOTE
Remote Work: NO

Job Description

Gridiron IT is seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to support enterprise security initiatives and ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DoN) cybersecurity standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Zero Trust Framework, Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes, and FISMA-related audit and compliance. This role will focus on security control implementation, vulnerability management, and supporting secure cloud and containerized environments across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls aligned with DoD/DoN guidelines, NIST frameworks, and organizational policies.
• Contribute to the development and execution of Zero Trust security strategies.
• Manage ATO compliance activities, including documentation, evidence gathering, and coordination with authorizing officials.
• Perform vulnerability management, leveraging tools such as AWS Security Hub, container scanning solutions, and other enterprise security platforms.
• Provide security expertise for containerized deployments and cloud environments to ensure secure architectures and operational practices.
• Lead or support FISMA-related audits and compliance efforts, ensuring timely remediation of findings and continuous monitoring.
• Collaborate across teams to assess risks, recommend mitigations, and drive continuous security improvements.
• Limited travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity analysis or engineering, with a focus on DoD/DoN environments.
• Strong understanding of DoD/DoN cybersecurity policies, including RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and Zero Trust principles.
• Hands-on experience with ATO compliance processes and security control implementation.
• Proficiency in vulnerability management using tools such as AWS Security Hub and container scanning technologies.
• Experience supporting FISMA audits and compliance activities.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• US Citizenship required, US Government Secret security clearance or ability to obtain clearance required
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Experience working with the Navy Authorizing Official (NAO) and The Office of the Navy SCA.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:

• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or equivalent.
• Experience with federal cybersecurity reporting tools and governance platforms.
• Familiarity with modern DevSecOps environments and automated security tooling.
• Experience supporting Navy or DoD cloud initiatives, including hybrid and multi-cloud deployments.

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires active Secret Clearance.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.