Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert / Cyber Analyst

Job overview

The Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert / Cyber Analyst role is onsite in Washington, DC; compensation is not specified. The role supports cybersecurity assessment operations and security-related systems. The analyst evaluates vulnerabilities and security risks, develops testing plans and procedures, and recommends countermeasures. The work helps ensure system designs, documentation, and configurations align with federal cybersecurity requirements and applicable controls.

What you'll do

• Enhance cybersecurity assessment operations and procedures
• analyze vulnerabilities
• review program documentation and recommend changes
• develop security evaluation test plans and procedures
• research information security policies and guidance
• participate in or lead technical exchange meetings and brief leadership
• conduct hands-on security testing, document risk, and recommend countermeasures
• coordinate with other security testing organizations
• assess threats, vulnerabilities, and shortfalls
• oversee design, development, and implementation of security support systems.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cybersecurity analyst

cybersecurity sme

vulnerability assessment

security testing

risk assessment

nist

fisma

fedramp

cissp

active secret clearance

washington dc

talteam

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires at least eight years of cybersecurity experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, CISSP or equivalent certification, and an active Secret clearance. Federal cybersecurity frameworks include NIST and FISMA.

About the employer

Talteam is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.