Cybersecurity Analyst II

About the role

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war‑fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

Responsibilities

The Cybersecurity Analyst II will monitor, develop, and help secure a variety of IT infrastructure, information systems, and analyze cybersecurity threats. Create and update System Security Plans, develop Plans of Action & Milestones, manage IT Asset Management programs, and aid the ISSM. Interface, consult, and guide multiple clients and upper leadership through the development lifecycle while adhering to all Department of Defense regulations and requirements.

• Conduct research and keep updated with current government cybersecurity standards, codes, requirements, and regulations
• Analyze cybersecurity engineering activities, Information Assurance, security Assessment & Authorization in accordance with NIST SP 800‑53 or similar Risk Management Frameworks
• Act as an interface with clients, customers, and external contractors to guide new IT systems through the appropriate approval process while supporting hardware, software, networking requirements and limitations of the cybersecurity architecture
• Identify risk assessment analysis and mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures via Splunk or similar Continuous Diagnostics Mitigation programs
• Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, technical studies and perform other job‑related duties as required
• Assist Special Projects with day‑to‑day operations as instructed by the Director and ISSM
• Coordinate schedules, manage projects, oversee inventory, and assist in organizing major events

Preferred qualifications

• CompTIA certification such as Security+, CISA, CEH, or CySA+
• Formulating and/or interpreting cyber threat analysis of adversary techniques, tactics, and procedures used to disrupt computer networks
• Proficiency in using security tools and technologies commonly employed in DoD environments, such as IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEM, and SOAR systems
• Planning, organizing, and working under strict DoD rules, codes, and deadlines
• Creating solutions to both technical and non‑technical issues that arise from interfacing with clients, customers, and other third parties

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer/Information Technology/Information Assurance focused on cybersecurity, or equivalent academic/technical training/certification; three (3) or more years of experience in computer systems security and/or related area of expertise; compliance or ability to become compliant to DoD 8570.01‑M, IAT/Level II compliance; a Security+ certification or completion within designated timeframe; and one of the following certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, or SSCP are required for this position. Additional desired qualifications include Certified Ethical Hacker or Certified Enterprise Risk Professional (CEH/CERP).

• Conceptual knowledge of RMF process, eMASS, ACAS, SCAP, STIG, Cyber Risk Assessments (CRAs), Cyber Table Top (CTT), or related process
• Robust conceptual and practical understanding of IT infrastructure designs, technologies, products, and services
• Experience supporting various system configurations such as standalone, local area networks (LANs), and wide area networks (WANs)
• Experience formulating and/or interpreting cyber threat analysis of adversary techniques, tactics, and procedures used to disrupt computer networks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, analytical ability, judgment, and the ability to work effectively with the customer and Cybersecurity Engineering Support Team
• Ability to plan, organize, and work under strict deadlines
• Experience with planning, designing, executing, and assessing discussion‑based exercises
• Must possess a valid, state‑issued driver’s license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $97,000 to $120,000 annually. JT4, LLC considers factors such as responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Benefits active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts / FSAs
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match — JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution, 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other responsibilities

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

Working conditions

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal; constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents; constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication; and constant mental alertness are required. Routine travel to remote company work locations and work in field environment with occasional overnight assignment may be required.

Additional information

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state‑issued driver’s license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee’s ability to maintain employment.