Cyber Security Analyst

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Chantilly, VA

full time TS/SCI w Full Scope Poly $120,000 - $200,000 Job Description Position Overview

Metronome is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Analyst to support mission-critical operations within a high-side secure environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and defending enterprise systems against cyber threats while ensuring compliance with DoD security standards and operational requirements. This role supports classified infrastructure and requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response, and vulnerability management.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events across classified networks and systems using SIEM and endpoint security tools.

• Identify, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents, anomalies, and potential threats.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation efforts across infrastructure, applications, and endpoints.

• Perform log analysis, threat hunting, and security auditing to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs).

• Assist with system hardening in accordance with DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.

• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities including ATO packages, POA&Ms, and security documentation.

• Collaborate with system administrators, network engineers, and program leadership to strengthen security posture.

• Maintain compliance with DoD security policies, procedures, and incident reporting requirements.

• Support security assessments, penetration testing coordination, and continuous monitoring efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or defensive cyber operations.

• Experience supporting DoD or IC environments.

• Strong understanding of:

  • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools

  • Incident Response (IR) processes

  • Vulnerability management and patching

  • Network security principles

  • Threat detection and analysis

• Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Tenable Nessus, Wireshark, or CrowdStrike Falcon.

• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, RMF, DISA STIGs, and DoD 8570/8140 requirements.

• Security+ CE or equivalent IAT Level II certification required.