Cybersecurity Analyst

Knowesis is currently seeking a Cybersecurity Risk Analyst to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) mission to lead the national efforts to protect and enhance the resilience of the nation’s physical and cyber infrastructure. We support DHS in evaluating and ensuring the security, safety, and reliability of high consequence operations through the identification and mitigation of mission risks spanning physical, cyber, and human domains.

To be eligible for this position, candidates must have a SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain TOP SECRET and possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security clearance requirements.

The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Support cybersecurity research, evaluations, and assessment for cases brought forth to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the development and implementation of standards, policies, and recommendations.
• Identify and provide mitigation strategies for CFIUS cases spanning physical, cyber, and human domains.
• Support multiple, concurrent analytical efforts in support of cyber security assessments.
• Plan, organize, and implement information and intelligence-sharing plans.
• Provide timely status updates in a clear, concise, and polished manner. Supports the delivery of high-quality technical products and solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of relevant job experience.

• Knowledge of offensive or defense cyber capabilities.

• Experience assessing system capabilities and vulnerabilities.

• Experience in security methods such as monitoring, diagnostics and remediation.

• Highly Analytical Skills, able to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CISSP

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance or related discipline

Knowesis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.