Cybersecurity Identity & Authentication/PKI Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

Spry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments. 

Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview):

We’re looking for a senior Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy Analyst to support Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC), Deputy Commandant for Information (DC I), Information C4 Division (IC4). You will serve as a cybersecurity subject matter expert supporting Marine Corps enterprise policy, strategy, privacy, identity and authentication, and information protection initiatives centered around Social Media. You’ll work directly with Marine Corps stakeholders and represent Service-level interests across Department of the Navy (DON) and Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity efforts. This is an opportunity to directly influence cybersecurity policies and capabilities that support the Marine Corps enterprise and Fleet Marine Force.

What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):

Cybersecurity Policy & Strategy: Develop, review, interpret, and maintain cybersecurity plans, policies, directives, standards, and strategies; assess policy requirements and translate DoD, DON, and Marine Corps requirements into actionable Service-level guidance.

Privacy & Information Protection: Support Marine Corps privacy and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) initiatives, including development of policies and procedures, Privacy Impact Assessments, reporting requirements, and coordination with programs implementing capabilities that process or protect PII. 

Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Marine Corps cybersecurity interests in DoD and DON working groups, policy boards, technical reviews, and other forums; provide authoritative cybersecurity policy guidance to leadership, program offices, and stakeholders.

Cybersecurity & Risk Analysis: Evaluate cybersecurity posture, policies, controls, vulnerabilities, and risks; support security reviews, assessments, audits, and investigations and recommend corrective actions and long-term improvements.  

Social Media Protection: Support and report on Marine Corps social media protection reviews and related cybersecurity activities designed to identify threats and protect Marine Corps personnel and information.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):

Demonstrated expertise developing, analyzing, and implementing cybersecurity policy, strategy, standards, and governance within DoD, DON, Marine Corps, or a comparable federal environment.

Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, identity management, privacy/PII protection, risk management, security assessment, and applicable federal and DoD cybersecurity requirements.

Demonstrated ability to independently analyze complex cybersecurity issues and communicate technical and policy requirements effectively to senior leaders, program offices, and technical stakeholders.

Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance and maintain applicable DoD cybersecurity workforce certification requirements.

Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

Direct experience supporting HQMC, DON, or DoD cybersecurity policy and governance organizations.

Experience with Identity Management, authentication/PKI, Privacy/PII, RMF, or cybersecurity compliance.

Experience representing an organization in senior-level DoD/DON working groups, policy boards, or cybersecurity governance forums.

Familiarity with Marine Corps organizational structure, cybersecurity programs, Naval correspondence, and headquarters-level staff processes.  

Perks of Working for Us (Benefits):

Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options

- Traditional - PPO Open Access Plus Network

- (2) HDHP - PPO Open Access Plus Network

- HDHP - EPO Open Access Plus Network

Dental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up Plans

Vision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice Network

Paid Holidays : Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year

Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education

401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match

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EEO Statement

At Spry, we believe talented and dedicated employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of our success. We are committed to crafting a diverse and inclusive workplace that endorses engagement, creativity, quality and innovation.

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.