Cybersecurity SME / Information Security Analyst

Potomac Management Solutions

$90K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, FISMA, and Zero Trust frameworks
  • Proven expertise in assessing cybersecurity incident response and vulnerability management practices
  • Experience with SIEM platforms, particularly Microsoft Sentinel for threat detection
  • Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools like Nessus/ACAS and risk analysis methodologies
  • Capability to validate security controls and compliance through documentation and system reviews
  • Excellent analytical skills for producing evidence-backed findings and risk assessments
  • Strong communication skills for translating technical information to non-technical audiences
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience and a BA/BS or equivalent education

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and improve incident response readiness and vulnerability management processes
  • Analyze security logs and alerts to identify gaps in detection and visibility
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and develop risk matrices for reported issues
  • Validate security controls by mapping them to established frameworks
  • Produce detailed documentation including risk registers and mitigation plans
  • Communicate technical security risks effectively to a varied audience
  • Support other cybersecurity assessments and initiatives as required

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work onsite at FMC Headquarters in Washington, DC
  • Engagement in federal cybersecurity projects with significant impact
  • Access to continuous learning and professional development opportunities
  • Potential to collaborate with cross-functional teams and federal partners
  • Limited offsite support options when needed
Full Job Description
Location: FMC Headquarters, Washington, DC (Onsite with limited offsite support as coordinated)
Qualifications and Experience/Education:
Technical Knowledge & Competence: Strong knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, FISMA, Zero Trust, and federal cybersecurity policies.
Cybersecurity Assessment Expertise: Evaluates incident response readiness, vulnerability management, MFA enforcement, privileged access controls, and security monitoring.
SIEM & Monitoring Analysis: Experience analyzing logging and alerting using platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel to assess visibility and detection gaps.
Vulnerability & Risk Analysis: Conducts vulnerability reviews using tools such as Nessus/ACAS and develops risk matrices (High/Moderate/Low).
Compliance & Control Validation: Maps security controls to frameworks and validates implementation through system walkthroughs and documentation review.
Analytical Skills & Documentation: Produces evidence-based findings, risk registers, and mitigation recommendations.
Soft Skills: Ability to communicate technical risks to non-technical stakeholders.
Experience:5-7 years; BA/BS or equivalent experience

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