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Cybersecurity Analyst

Intelligent Waves LLC

Fort Meade, Maryland

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Ansible, Apache, Applications Security, Authentication, Automation, Bash Scripting, Certification & Accreditation Process (C&A), Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Services, Data Science, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Digital Certificates, DoD Secret Clearance, Docker, Documentation, F5 Network Software, Federal Government, Government, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Linux Operating System, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Windows NT Group Policy, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Needs Assessment, Nessus, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Network Systems, Operational Support, Performance Management, Policy Analysis, PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Product Testing, Program Evaluation, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Red Hat Linux Operating System, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Analysis, Security Clearance, Security Compliance, Smartcards, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Patches, Storage Area Network (SAN), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Technical Writing, Testing, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Virtualization, Vulnerability Scanners, Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Fort Meade, Maryland
POSTED
1 day ago
Overview:

Intelligent Waves is seeking a highly skilled and mission-focused Cybersecurity Analyst to support critical operations for our government customer at Fort Meade, Maryland.

 

The Cybersecurity Analyst will serve as a technical subject matter expert, providing cybersecurity analysis, risk management, and information assurance support across complex mission environments. This role supports requirements analysis, Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) planning and execution, system assessments and hardening, incident response activities, policy analysis, trusted product evaluations, IA program assessments, and overall security posture improvements.

 

The Cybersecurity Analyst will support the development, review, and submission of Certification and Accreditation (C&A) documentation in compliance with RMF requirements. The ideal candidate will leverage technical expertise to evaluate system and application security risks, assess cybersecurity impacts, and provide actionable recommendations to engineers, stakeholders, and senior decision-makers.

 

Location:This Cybersecurity Analyst position is based at Fort Meade, Maryland. 
Travel: Ability to travel up to 10% of the time and will be reimbursed based on IW policy, GSA Per Diem rates and DoD Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) as required.

Clearance Requirement:The Cybersecurity Analyst must be a United States citizen and hold a current DoD Secret security clearance or higher.
Compensation Range: $119,500.00---$126,000.00

Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.

 

ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.

Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost-effective solutions that support some of the nation's most complex and mission-critical objectives.

Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.

Responsibilities:

Systems Administration & Infrastructure Support

  • Administer, maintain, and secure enterprise Windows and Linux environments, including Windows Server, Windows 11, Active Directory, RHEL, patching, software updates, system hardening, and DISA STIG implementation.
  • Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot virtualization technologies, NAS/SAN storage solutions, and supporting infrastructure within secure DoD environments.

Identity & Access Management

  • Manage Active Directory services including user/computer administration, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), authentication, PKI certificates, and smart card access.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

  • Perform cybersecurity compliance activities including SCAP scans, ACAS/Tenable vulnerability assessments, remediation tracking, POA&M management, RMF documentation, and eMASS updates.
  • Support classified, multi-domain, and air-gapped environments, including SIPR operations with limited external connectivity.

Automation & Enterprise Technologies

  • Develop and maintain automation solutions using PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, and Group Policy to improve system administration, security compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Support containerized applications and operational technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, F5, PostgreSQL, Apache, Prisma, and similar enterprise solutions.

Operational Support & Collaboration

  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and operations teams to troubleshoot complex issues, improve system performance, mitigate risks, and maintain mission readiness.
Qualifications:

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, plus a minimum of five (5) years of relevant technical experience.
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance or higher is required (must have at time of application).
  • Experience supporting compliance and regulatory requirements within secure enterprise environments.

Systems Administration & Infrastructure

  • Experience administering Linux environments, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), including system patching, hardening, STIG implementation, STIG checklist generation, and SCAP automation.
  • Experience with Microsoft Active Directory administration, including Group Policy (GPOs), authentication, user/computer management, PKI, certificates, and smart card authentication.
  • Experience administering Synology storage arrays, including storage provisioning, permissions management, backups, and system maintenance.
  • Experience supporting Docker and Kubernetes containerized environments.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

  • Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, including maintaining security documentation within eMASS.
  • Experience deploying, executing, and analyzing vulnerability scans using ACAS, Tenable Nessus, and Tenable Security Center.

Automation & Scripting

  • Experience developing automation solutions using Bash, PowerShell, Ansible, and Group Policy.

Professional Skills

  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create clear and accurate technical documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively while demonstrating initiative, professionalism, and sound judgment.

About the Company

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Intelligent Waves LLC

Founded in 2006, Intelligent Waves LLC is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business providing end-to-end information technology solutions to military, government, and commercial customers. Committed to delivering unmatched experience, excellent service and next generation technologies, Intelligent Waves combines business and technical expertise to drive innovation in defense, intelligence, cyber, mobility and engineering.

Our people are driven by our purpose and mission to secure information sharing and communications from any technology, anywhere. Our ability to recruit and retain secured, certified and highly-qualified IT and communications professionals has enabled us to grow and be successful at making an impact for many customers and their missions.

We are in search of candidates that are passionate about advanced technologies, committed to excellence and want to making a difference. If you are mission-driven, ready to make an impact the world of information technology, and want to secure data, and ulimately the people and lives that depend on that data, join us!

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2006
WEBSITE
http://www.intelligentwaves.com

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