Principal Cyber Security Analyst
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Primary Responsibilities
- The Principal Cyber Engineer will provide cyber management services to government agencies related to threats in Cyberspace Operations. The role includes managing all technical aspects of cyber development projects using Agile software development methodologies, ensuring an effective balance between user requirements and technical constraints.
- This role may involve supporting government exercises focused on Cyberspace Operations in support of military operations. Additionally, this position may also develop and deliver customized training and documentation for software products.
Principal Cyber Security Analyst Responsibilities
- Test and examine deliverables, software, or network enabled devices
- Collaborate on maintenance and feature development of proprietary software
- Attend meetings and make recommendations regarding development
- Provide technical oversite of projects to identify risks and offer ways to mitigate risks
- Provide recommendations on industry, security and development processes and procedures
- Advise on the development and requirements of supporting test articles and development exemplars
- Review testing of ongoing development efforts to ensure tests meet standards
- Provide guidance to and assist training of less experienced staff members
Principal Cyber Security Analyst Requirements
- Must have a Top Secret clearance and be eligible for SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)
- Minimum of 12 years experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, OR 20 years of equivalent experience
- This position requires residency within 1 hour of Washington DC.
- This is a hybrid position consisting of telework, local travel to performer spaces, and approximately two days in the office per week.
- Completion of a U.S. Government Cyberspace Operations course or equivalent commercial training (e.g., GIAC GPEN, GXPN, or GRTP) with demonstrated hands-on experience
- Experience leading or providing technical oversight for complex cyber or IT development efforts
- Experience with Windows, Linux, and core networking concepts (e.g., protocols, switching, routing, VPNs)
Principal Cyber Security Analyst Preferences
Experience supporting cyber operations or mission-focused environments (e.g., SOCs, fusion centers)
Experience with scripting or object-oriented programming for cybersecurity or automation
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, Zero Trust)
Experience delivering technical briefings and demonstrations to senior leaders and large technical audiences
Experience with system integration, architecture, or interoperability of cyber capabilities
Familiarity with cyber test and evaluation, including test articles and development exemplars
Experience supporting cyber exercises or training events
Knowledge of containerization, virtualization, or cloud environments
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience applying Agile development methodologies
Anticipated salary range: $180k-$195k. Offer may vary depending on experience and skill set.
Who is ARA?
Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,300 employee-owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.
ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice in what happens in the company.
To find out more about what the Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Division has to offer, visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/benefits/
About Applied Research Associates
Employee-owned U.S. research and engineering company providing science, technical support, products, and solutions to government and industry.
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