Junior Cyber Security Analyst

TL;DR

Junior Cyber Security Analyst (Cybersecurity): Providing support for system security assessments of cloud-based, NIST-regulated systems with an accent on documentation, compliance, and remediation. Focus on coordinating security scanning, release management, and supporting continuous diagnostic and monitoring programs for U.S. Federal Government clients.

Location: Must be approved to work in the United States. Role is based in Northern, VA with 100% remote options available.

Company

hirify.global is a veteran-owned small business recognized for its commitment to people and technology, delivering top-tier services to customers in the federal sector.

What you will do

• Support system security assessments for cloud-based, NIST-regulated environments.
• Develop and maintain formal security documentation and artifacts to demonstrate compliance.
• Coordinate security scanning, testing, and reporting within the system release and change management process.
• Remediate and track identified security deficiencies.
• Collaborate with ISSOs, System Owners, and cybersecurity teams on release-related activities.
• Support continuous diagnostic and monitoring programs.

Requirements

• Must be approved to work in the United States.
• BA or BS degree, or at least 4 years of experience in a related field.
• Minimum 1+ years of experience supporting or conducting federal system security assessments.
• Minimum 1+ years of experience developing formal security documentation and remediating security findings.
• Thorough knowledge of NIST SP 800-series security guidelines.
• Active clearance or ability and willingness to submit for a clearance may be required.

Culture & Benefits

• Best-in-class medical coverage with 100% of premiums covered by the company.
• 401k program with 100% company match on the first 4%.
• 3 weeks of PTO plus 11 paid holidays annually.
• Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and home internet costs.
• Investment in training and certifications to support professional development.
• Incentive programs for white papers, blog posts, and internal webinars.