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M9 Solutions

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

Cybersecurity Analyst

Security Operations & Incident Response +1Updated on Nov 7
Full-timeWashington, DC, USA$90k - $105k

About the Job

Requirements

  • An active Top Secret security clearance is required.
  • At least 8 years of relevant experience is required.
  • Detailed knowledge of federal standards and technologies used in cybersecurity compliance disciplines is required.

Responsibilities

  • Research and enforce technical cybersecurity compliance of government systems.
  • Investigate system attributes involving encryption, vulnerability management, multi-factor authentication, centralized logging and auditing, and related disciplines.
  • Provide technical summaries and input on data.
  • Work with Security Assessment Teams (Red, Blue, and Purple) and the DCISO/CISO to analyze systems and identify noncompliance and potential vulnerabilities.
  • Assist client personnel and other stakeholders with methods to remediate shortcomings in affected systems.
  • Conduct in-depth technical analysis, confirm compliance information, and maintain detailed records of actions, evidence, and communications.
  • Interpret and implement Federal Government requirements for government systems and coordinate audits and data calls.
  • Analyze logs to identify anomalous traffic and potential data exfiltration.
  • Maintain knowledge of current system vulnerabilities and how they can be exploited.
  • Interpret security guidance and technical requirements, and communicate implementation guidance in an accessible format.
  • Ensure Federal Government security policies are followed and required documentation is provided.
  • Assist with incident detection, isolation, remediation, and investigation when required.
  • Participate in After Action Reviews of incident responses.
  • Analyze threat intelligence to identify emerging threats and proactively defend against them.
  • Assist with vulnerability-management notifications from government agencies and vendors, ensuring identified system vulnerabilities are remedied on schedule and accurately reported.
  • Produce, analyze, and interpret forensically sound images of data and electronic storage media when required or requested.

Desired Qualifications

  • Industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA CASP+, CompTIA PenTest+, CompTIA SecurityX, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH), EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (C|IH), GIAC GPEN, or GIAC GCIH.

About the Company

M9 Solutions

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

M9 Solutions provides IT services and solutions to the Federal Government. It focuses on software development, cloud migration and infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery, and data analytics. Its products and services work by mobilizing skilled people and technologies to design, build, secure, and operate digital systems that improve performance and enable modern, sustainable change for government agencies. The company differentiates itself through its combination of domain expertise in federal IT, a focus on secure and stable technology delivery, and its commitment to delivering the digital future by aligning talent with mission needs. The goal is to help public sector organizations achieve better outcomes, resilient operations, and ongoing modernization.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Arlington County, VA
Founded
2007

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