Cybersecurity Analyst (Cloud)
Darkwolfsolutions · Herndon, Virginia
About this role
**Dark Wolf** is seeking a **Cloud Cybersecurity Analyst** to join a collaborative team to design, defend, and continuously evaluate enterprise security architecture and government accreditation posture for critical IT networks. **Location:** Washington DC Metro area (Hybrid) --- ## Responsibilities - Use COTS/GOTS and enterprise scanning tools to identify, analyze, and track network, system, and application-level vulnerabilities - Coordinate with IT teams to support containment, mitigation, and remediation of vulnerabilities and intrusions - Support threat modeling exercises and assist senior staff in evaluating security incidents - Validate security requirements, assess operational risks, and recommend baseline safeguards - Participate in Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) preparations, assist during testing, and help draft post-test analysis reports - Review system audit logs, track open findings, and monitor corrective action plans until resolved - Assist with configuring, hardening, and maintaining secure operating systems, network access controls, and security applications --- ## Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field - 2–5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience - Experience as a Cyber Analyst, RMF Engineer, ISSO, Information Assurance Engineer, Vulnerability Manager, or POA&M Manager - Hands-on tool experience associated to the role - Experience with **NIST 800-53** and **CNSSI 1253** - Experience with risk management policies/procedures, including **DoDI 8510.01** - Ability to communicate technical topics clearly (strong written communications, document feedback, and briefing preparation) - Experience with vulnerability and compliance assessment tools such as **Nessus**, **SCAP**, or **App Detective** - At least one (1) of the following certifications: **Security+ CE, SSCP, CAP, CISM, CASP, CISSP, GSEC, GICSP, GSLC, CEH, CDNA, CSSLP** - Experience assessing technical environments and translating security controls into clear **NIST SP 800-53** control narratives and supporting **ATO** documentation - Cloud platform familiarity with at least one of: **AWS, Azure, or Google GCP** - **US Citizenship** and **Secret** security clearance --- ## Compensation Estimated salary range: **$100,000.00 – $150,000.00** (commensurate with experience and technical skillset) --- **EEO/AA Employer** (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories). In compliance with federal law, identity and employment eligibility verification are required upon hire. **Employment Type:** Direct, full-time **W2** employees only. No third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 contractors.
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