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Cyber Defense Analyst

$150k - $180k

Piper Companies

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cyber Defense Analyst to support a company focused on delivering enterprise cyber defense, network operations, and cybersecurity strategy services for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Defensive Cyber Command Center (DCDC) . This position is on-site at Fort Meade, MD . The Cyber Defense Analyst will provide strategic cybersecurity analysis, enterprise defense recommendations, and operational support across the DoD Information Network (DODIN). This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, helping shape cyber defense strategy and enhance mission readiness across global operations. Join a mission-critical team defending national security networks and enabling cyber superiority for the Department of Defense.

Responsibilities for the Cyber Defense Analyst include:
  • Develop and provide enterprise defensive cybersecurity strategies across cloud, network boundaries, cross-domain solutions, and endpoint technologies.
  • Analyze architectures, technologies, policies, and operational data to identify vulnerabilities, anomalous activity, and cybersecurity improvement opportunities.
  • Deliver executive-level briefings and strategic recommendations to senior military and government leadership, including General and Flag Officers.
  • Conduct cyber situational awareness activities and provide operational recommendations to improve visibility, response, and defensive posture.
  • Support enterprise-wide threat analysis, countermeasure development, and cybersecurity operations across cloud environments, gateways, internet access points, and endpoint infrastructures.
Required Qualifications for the Cyber Defense Analyst include:
  • 8+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity, network operations, enterprise IT, cyber defense, or related technical environments.
  • Experience with cloud technologies, including IaaS and PaaS environments, enterprise networks (LAN/WAN/CAN), data centers, and cybersecurity architectures.
  • Strong analytical, technical writing, policy development, briefing, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to engage senior-level military and executive stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance required.
  • Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE) required.
  • One or more industry certifications preferred/required, including Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, VMware, Oracle, Cisco, ITIL 4 Foundation, PMP, Agile/Scrum, CISSP, or related credentials.
  • Experience supporting Joint Commands, Operations Centers, DISA, DoD networks, military decision-making processes, and SAFe/ITIL environments.
Compensation for the Cyber Defense Analyst include:
  • Salary Range: $150,000 - $180,000 depending on experience
  • Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law

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Keywords: Cyber Defense, Cybersecurity Analyst, DISA, DCDC, DoD Information Network, DODIN, TS/SCI, Security+, Cyber Operations, Network Operations, Cloud Security, Enterprise Security, Threat Analysis, Defensive Cyber Operations, Cyber Situational Awareness, IaaS, PaaS, AWS, Azure, CISSP, ITIL 4, SAFe, Joint Operations Center, Military Operations, Fort Meade, Information Assurance, Cyber Strategy, Network Security Architect, DoD Cybersecurity, Executive Briefings, Cyber Threat Mitigation, Enterprise IT Security.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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