• Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

    Zero Point, Inc (Washington, DC)


    PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst serves as a subject-matter expert in Cybersecurity Policy, Planning, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation. This role is responsible for tracking the status of Authority To Operate (ATOs) and other Risk Management Framework (RMF) functions, reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting cybersecurity policies, while also guiding and tracking the integration of cybersecurity engineering principles throughout system lifecycles. The incumbent will act as a trusted consultant to leadership, bridging the gap between compliance requirements, operational readiness, and technical solutions.

    MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Review cybersecurity policies, procedures, and directives to ensure compliance with DoN, DoD, and federal regulations (e.g., DoD 8500-series, NIST SP 800-series, Clinger Cohen Act, and various Defense Acquisition polices

    + Advise program leadership on emerging cybersecurity directives, regulatory and statutory changes, and policy impacts to mission systems

    + Monitor and track system authorization (ATO) efforts under the NAVSEA Risk Management Framework and provide early warnings of issues or when progress may be off track

    + Monitor and track various data calls for compliance in accordance with specific directives (OPORD, TASKORD, etc.)

    + Conduct and review system and program risk assessments to identify cybersecurity risks and provide strategies for remediation and mitigation

    + Lead strategic initiatives to strengthen cybersecurity posture across programs, balancing operational effectiveness with security imperatives

    + Represent the program office in high-level working groups, interagency forums, and technical exchanges

    + Partner with program managers, system engineers, and contractors to ensure cybersecurity is integrated throughout acquisition and development phases

    + Participate in the change management process, including conducting security impact analyses and making recommendations to program management for approvals

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + SECRET Clearance is required to start the position

    + Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a cybersecurity-related field

    + Minimum 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity policy, compliance, and engineering

    + Demonstrated experience with DoN/DoD cybersecurity programs, RMF, and secure systems engineering

    + Proven track record of reviewing policy documents, advising leadership, and implementing engineering solutions

    + Strong understanding of Navy acquisition processes and mission systems

    + Ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable policy

    + Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

    + Proficiency in vulnerability management, system hardening, and secure configuration

    + Proven leadership in cross-functional cybersecurity initiative

     

    Department

    DL-S

    Employment Type

     

    Full Time