QinetiQ North America

Cybersecurity Analyst

QinetiQ North America$90K — $115K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 6 years of Cyber Security experience managing system security controls and Accreditations.
  • Bachelor's degree (2 years experience may be substituted); Master's (4 years experience may be substituted).
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Relevant certifications: CompTIA Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst +, CGRC, CMMC-CCP; CISSP beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain cyber security assurance controls and processes.
  • Contribute to incident response planning and post-incident analysis.
  • Prepare and present risk reports to senior management.
  • Stay updated on cyber security trends, threats, and technologies.
  • Conduct vulnerability analysis and reporting on information systems.
  • Scan systems using tools like Nessus.
  • Create documentation for SOPs and internal processes.

Benefits

  • Support from QinetiQ's CISO in enhancing cybersecurity posture.
  • Work within a dynamic team focused on cybersecurity assurance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications in cybersecurity.
  • Involvement in high-level security initiatives and risk management.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

QinetiQ is looking Cybersecurity Analyst to support our Lorton, VA location.

The selected candidate will provide Cybersecurity Analyst support in coordination with QinetiQ CISO to achieve, manage and maintain secure cybersecurity posture across QinetiQ Enterprise.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's cyber security assurance controls and processes.
  • Contributes to incident response planning and post-incident analysis
  • Prepares risk reports and present findings to senior management
  • Stays abreast of the latest cyber security trends, threats, and technologies
  • Provide vulnerability analysis and reporting on accredited information systems
  • Scans information systems using scanning tools such as Nessus
  • Creates documentation such as SOPs, internal process documents, and input into cyber policies that support the continuous monitoring of accredited information systems
  • Coordinates with information system POCs for plan updates and mitigation strategies to ensure overall health of IT systems, networks and applications
  • Develop continuous monitoring and plans of actions and milestones (POA&Ms)
  • Assess and validate configuration files from various technologies according to DISA's Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guides
  • Develop and implement security policies and procedures, conducting security assessments, and monitoring the organization's cyber security posture in accordance with DFARS [redacted]
  • Must develop and maintain a System Security Plan (SSP) and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to address any gaps.
  • Responsbile for conducting DoD NIST 800-171 assessment
  • Will cooperate with DoD audits and provide access to evidence demonstrating compliance


Required Qualifications

  • at least 6 years of Cyber Security experience managing system security controls, Accreditations and ATOs
  • Bachelor's degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience, master's may be substituted for 4 years of experience.
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Relevant certifications: CompTIA Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst +, Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CISSP, a plus


Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $115,00 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

About QinetiQ North America

QinetiQ North America (QNA) is a subsidiary of QinetiQ Group plc, a British multinational defense technology company. QNA provides technology solutions and services to the United States government and commercial customers. The company's offerings include unmanned systems, cybersecurity solutions, engineering services, and more. QNA has over 6000 employees and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
Learn more about QinetiQ North America
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6,000 employees
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Founded
2005

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