Cybersecurity Analyst

DCS is seeking experienced Cybersecurity Analysts to support a fast‑paced U.S. Air Force program office. In this role, you will provide cybersecurity expertise across the system lifecycle, supporting the assessment, protection, accreditation, and sustainment of mission‑critical systems. You will work closely with government personnel, contractors, and cross‑functional teams to ensure cybersecurity requirements are effectively implemented and that systems remain secure, resilient, and compliant with DoD and Air Force policies. This full‑time position supports the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Program Executive Office Digital Directorate (PEO Digital), located at or near Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts. The Digital Directorate manages a diverse portfolio of programs delivering essential command, control, communications, cyber, and information technology capabilities for the U.S. Air Force and partner nations worldwide. Join our team and apply your analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills in a collaborative cybersecurity environment. At DCS, we are committed to supporting national security missions through innovation, technical excellence, and exceptional customer service. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the ability to make a meaningful impact while working alongside highly skilled professionals. Together, we protect the systems that matter. Essential Job Functions: · Support development, review, and maintenance of cybersecurity and system security documentation, including RMF artifacts, security plans, risk analyses, OPSEC plans, and program protection materials. · Assist with system Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) activities, ensuring compliance with DoD and Air Force cybersecurity policies and assessing the quality of RMF control implementation. · Manage system security operations such as user account administration, PKI access, ports/protocols, security configurations, and tracking of required updates or remediations. · Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments, system security evaluations, audits, and reviews; recommend mitigation strategies, contingency plans, and disaster recovery procedures. · Support network and system design activities to ensure proper implementation of security controls, including evaluating software/configuration changes and recommending updates or waivers as needed. · Provide technical cybersecurity guidance, analyze design implementations, review contractor deliverables, and assess how well systems and architectures satisfy security requirements. · Maintain and monitor classified information systems, including databases, inventories, visit records, inspections, logging, storage, transmission, and compliance with classification guides. · Support acquisition program security by developing security‑related documentation, contributing to source selection, evaluating program security artifacts, and conducting security surveys and assessments. · Provide training, awareness, and policy guidance to ensure personnel understand and adhere to cybersecurity, physical security, personnel security, and documentation requirements. · Collaborate with government, contractors, and foreign partners (e.g., FMS) to address disclosure issues, coordinate security requirements, and support system approval through RMF processes. Required Skills: · Due to the sensitivity of customer requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. · Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure. · Understanding of Agile methods, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps. · Possess the ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal forms on highly technical topics. Junior Level · 5 years of directly related experience OR a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and up to 3 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed. · Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, RMF processes, and basic security controls. · Ability to support development and maintenance of cybersecurity documentation, risk assessments, and A&A artifacts. · Basic skills in security operations tasks such as account management, PKI, configuration compliance, and vulnerability tracking. · Ability to identify, document, and help remediate security risks with guidance from senior analysts. · Familiarity with security tools, audit processes, and handling of classified or sensitive information. · Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills for supporting cybersecurity activities in a collaborative environment. Journeyman Level · 7 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 5 of which must be in the DoD OR a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 3 of which must be in the DoD. · Solid knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF processes, security control implementation, and A&A documentation, with hands‑on experience supporting system accreditation efforts. · Proficiency in conducting vulnerability assessments, security audits, configuration compliance reviews, and recommending effective remediation strategies. · Ability to manage system security operations, including account administration, PKI requirements, ports/protocols, and security configuration updates across complex systems. · Competence in reviewing security artifacts, evaluating contractor deliverables, and assessing cybersecurity implementations against requirements and documented designs. · Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills applied to identifying risks, developing mitigation approaches, and supporting cybersecurity planning and decision‑making. · Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with government personnel, contractors, engineers, and cross‑functional teams. · Ability to support multiple cybersecurity activities concurrently in a dynamic DoD program environment while meeting quality, schedule, and compliance requirements. Senior Level · 15 years of directly related experience, 8 of which must be in the DoD, OR Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD, OR a Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience, 5 years of which must be in the DoD. · Advanced expertise in DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF implementation, A&A processes, and enterprise‑level security control assessments. · Proven ability to lead complex vulnerability assessments, security audits, configuration evaluations, and mitigation planning across large or interconnected systems. · Strong capability to interpret, analyze, and validate cybersecurity architecture, system designs, contractor deliverables, and compliance documentation. · Demonstrated skill in developing cybersecurity strategies, guiding risk management activities, and resolving high‑impact security issues affecting mission success. · Ability to mentor junior and journeyman analysts, provide technical leadership, and coordinate cybersecurity work across multidisciplinary teams. · Excellent communication skills for advising government leadership, presenting findings, and supporting cybersecurity planning, decision‑making, and accreditation efforts. · Competence in managing classified information and ensuring adherence to DoD security, handling, and protection requirements. Principal Level · 30 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 20 years of which must be in the DoD, OR a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 15 years of which must be in the DoD, OR a Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of experience, 12 years of which must be in the DoD. · Master‑level expertise in DoD cybersecurity policy, RMF implementation, A&A strategy, and enterprise security architecture across complex, mission‑critical systems. · Proven ability to lead large‑scale cybersecurity efforts, oversee high‑impact assessments, and direct remediation strategies for multi‑system or system‑of‑systems environments. · Exceptional skill in evaluating cybersecurity designs, architectures, contractor deliverables, and compliance artifacts, providing authoritative technical recommendations. · Strategic leadership capability to advise senior government decision‑makers, influence program direction, and drive enterprise‑wide cybersecurity planning and governance. · Extensive experience developing, implementing, and overseeing cybersecurity strategies, risk frameworks, security engineering practices, and long‑range protection approaches. · Demonstrated expertise in handling and safeguarding classified information, overseeing security operations, and ensuring compliance with all relevant DoD and Air Force directives. · Proven ability to mentor and develop cybersecurity teams, establishing best practices, improving processes, and shaping organizational cybersecurity maturity. Security Requirements · Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. · An active adjudicated DoD Secret security clearance is preferred. · Higher clearance levels may be required depending on program assignment. Pay Range and Benefits: There are a variety of factors that can influence salary at DCS Corp, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. The proposed salary range for this position is: Salary Range: $60,467 - $255,543 At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs. Learn more about our benefits here: DCS Corp Benefits.