Cybersecurity Specialist

1 day ago


Washington, United States MetroStar Full time
Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst

At MetroStar, we're seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team. As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you'll play a critical role in guiding government clients through the complex process of obtaining and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) certifications for their information systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with government clients to understand their system architectures, security requirements, and objectives for achieving and maintaining ATO status.
  • Conduct thorough security assessments and risk analyses to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats specific to government systems.
  • Monitor security systems, logs, and network traffic to identify suspicious activity, intrusions, or unauthorized access attempts.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain government-aligned security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, data encryption, and access controls.
  • Investigate and analyze security incidents to determine their cause, impact, and appropriate response.
  • Develop and implement incident response plans, including containment, eradication, and recovery strategies.
Requirements:
  • Active TS//SCI clearance with CI poly
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • At least 6 years of experience as a cybersecurity analyst with a specialization in Government System ATO support.
  • Strong experience in government regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and security standards specific to ATO.
  • Demonstrated experience achieving and maintaining ATO for cloud services and solutions from IL5 to IL6+ on NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS.
  • Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and infrastructure components.
  • Strong proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis techniques.
  • Expertise with government-specific ATO assessment tools, vulnerability scanning tools, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • CISSP or equivalent certification to support DoD 8140 requirements.
What We Offer:

At MetroStar, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer a generous benefits package, professional growth opportunities, and a culture that values our people. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.



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