Functional Analyst

Functional Analyst (Business Analyst II)

Us:

At Aretec, Inc., we are catalysts for change within the federal government landscape. Specializing in advanced analytics, machine learning, data analysis, cybersecurity, and business optimization, we empower federal agencies to achieve their most critical missions. As a premier partner and prime vendor, we deliver innovative, high-impact solutions that address complex challenges and drive national progress. Our commitment to excellence and innovation positions us at the forefront of transforming governmental operations, enhancing efficiency, and making a lasting difference in the lives of citizens.

You:

You are a dynamic and analytical professional who thrives on interpreting complex requirements, improving processes, and driving automation to strengthen cybersecurity operations. With a passion for innovation and a strong understanding of federal cybersecurity initiatives, you excel at finding opportunities to enhance workflows and deliver measurable results. You enjoy working across technical and functional teams to turn strategic goals into actionable, efficient, and automated processes. You're motivated by the opportunity to advance national cybersecurity objectives while collaborating within a mission-focused team that values your insight and growth.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a Functional Analyst (Business Analyst II) who will play a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of the USCIS Information Security Division (ISD). In this role, you will collaborate across ISD branches to interpret requirements, design new processes, and identify opportunities for automation-especially within the Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform. Your expertise will help improve workflows, drive efficiencies, and align with the USCIS Cyber Security Strategic goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading Innovative Projects: Analyze and improve processes and workflows, identifying opportunities for automation into the SOAR solution to support the USCIS Enhanced Cyber Security Strategy.
• Collaborative Solution Development: Hold meetings, research processes, collect and analyze data, and design new, efficient workflows aligned with mission requirements.
• Strategic Impact: Develop executive dashboards providing near real-time visibility into USCIS Security Program performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate redesign workshops, document outcomes, and present new process designs to stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption.
• Process Optimization: Monitor, measure, and provide feedback on process performance, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Implementation and Automation: Identify user needs and develop strategies and user stories for implementation and automation in Swimlane.

By stepping into this role, you will directly contribute to the success of federal cybersecurity missions-improving the agility, visibility, and performance of essential security operations.

The Skills We're Looking For:

• Technical Expertise: Experience with process design, workflow automation, and tools such as SOAR (e.g., Swimlane).
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to dissect complex workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend innovative, data-driven solutions.
• Leadership Abilities: Skilled in facilitating meetings, workshops, and process redesign efforts across diverse teams.
• Effective Communication: Exceptional ability to translate technical and process information for stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Commitment to Mission: Understanding of federal cybersecurity goals and motivation to advance national cyber defense initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Telework: Must meet the requirements for telework.
• Certifications: Must have and maintain at least one active certification-Security+, ISC² CISSP, or another comparable certification pre-approved by the Government PM.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of client-facing federal consulting experience.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of business analysis experience.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with cybersecurity teams.

The Expectations of the Job:

Day One:

• Immerse yourself in Aretec's mission, values, and culture.
• Begin engaging with ISD teams to understand project scope, current workflows, and process challenges.

Day Thirty:

• Actively contribute to ongoing process analysis and documentation.
• Collaborate with technical and functional teams to identify initial automation or optimization opportunities.

Day Sixty:

• Take ownership of process design or redesign efforts.
• Begin developing and presenting process documentation, dashboards, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Day Ninety:

• Lead process improvement or automation initiatives end-to-end.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to organization-wide process improvement strategies.
• Deliver measurable outcomes that enhance USCIS cybersecurity operations and efficiency.

Additional Notes:

Benefits: At Aretec, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional development:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Certification Stipends for professional development
• Professional Development Opportunities including training and conferences
• Flexible Work Arrangements including remote and hybrid options
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Citizenship Requirement: Due to the nature of our federal contracts and the secure environments in which we operate, only applicants who are sole U.S. Citizens can be considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Aretec, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.