Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Clearance Required)

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the Role

If you like solving complex IT problems using your deep analytical skills, this is the opportunity for you! As a Sr Cybersecurity Analyst, you will be responsible for cyber threat identification, evaluation, prioritization and remediation activities under the direction of the Cyber Security Manager. You'll continuously review existing and proposed changes to Sierra Space systems, networks, and software designs, and is responsible for analyzing logging and alerting data, identifying and escalating potential security events. The Cyber Security Analyst will partner with business users to support integration of cybersecurity protections into business operations, and will act as a key member of the incident response team.

The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) will lead efforts to integrate and implement robust cybersecurity measures in alignment with NIST 800-171, NIST 800-172, and NIST 800-53 guidelines. This role involves developing, documenting, and maintaining security policies and procedures that adhere to NIST standards. The Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for developing requirements, aiding in secure system design,  identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, and supporting the delivery of a secure product line. This position requires the analyst to work closely with Engineering, HW and SW integration, the Systems Engineering Integration and Test team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage the Risk Management Framework (RMF) across various system environments.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential security threats to information systems.
• Develop, document, and update System Security Plans (SSPs) in accordance with RMF guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with NIST standards and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks and regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and establish security controls and identify potential areas of improvement.
• Lead security assessment and authorization (A&A) activities, including conducting security control assessments.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring that appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• Provide guidance and support to system owners and administrators on cybersecurity best practices and RMF processes.
• Participate in security auditing and continuous monitoring activities to maintain system security posture.

About You 
 

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.  

 

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or 10 or more years of relevant experience

• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and administering a variety of networks, OSs, and applications.

• Strong knowledge and experience administering a variety of current Microsoft platforms.

• Knowledge of data security administration principles, methods, and techniques

• Familiarity with domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures

• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and interpret security and technical documentation.

• Proven track record of maintaining the confidentiality of high-sensitivity projects and data.

• Ability to perform critical-incident response

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.  The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$120,552.10 - $165,759.14

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.