Program Manager / Cyber Operations Analyst - Sr.

About the role

BLUEHAWK, LLC is seeking a Program Manager / Cyber Operations Analyst to support mission-critical cyber operations, program oversight, operational planning, and enterprise security initiatives within high-security government environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cyber operations, security assessment activities, and program management efforts in support of government mission requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats impacting operational activities and enterprise environments.
• Provide strategic oversight for cybersecurity initiatives, operational planning, staffing actions, reporting requirements, and mission execution activities.
• Advise government leadership on the acquisition, implementation, and sustainment of advanced hardware, software, cybersecurity, and communication solutions.
• Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments of hardware, software, applications, and network infrastructures to identify operational and security gaps.
• Analyze and assess malware, phishing attempts, denial-of-service attacks, and other cyber threats to support operational decision-making and mission continuity.
• Provide technical expertise related to reverse engineering concepts, defensive cyber operations, and operational security tools used to support government missions.
• Cook up with mission partners, contractors, and technical teams to support enterprise infrastructure, specialized network environments, and operational systems.
• Develop, maintain, and update program documentation, IA/security documentation, operational procedures, risk assessments, and system administration requirements.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, operational reports, program reviews, and mission updates to government leadership and stakeholders.
• Support contract and program management functions, including staffing oversight, budget tracking, deliverable management, acquisition support, and operational reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement SOPs, workflow management procedures, quality assurance processes, and performance metrics to improve mission effectiveness and operational accountability.
• Maintain compliance with applicable cybersecurity policies, federal regulations, Intelligence Community directives, and government security requirements.
• Provide technical consultation and written recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders regarding cybersecurity vulnerabilities, mitigation strategies, and operational risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 12+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations, intelligence operations, program management, or operational support activities within DoD or Intelligence Community environments.
• Active TS/SCI CI Polygraph.
• Experience conducting cyber threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, operational risk management, and enterprise mission support.
• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams, managing competing priorities, and supporting high-visibility government programs.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management principles, and enterprise security practices.
• Experience supporting classified programs and working within secure operational environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, collaboration tools, and enterprise reporting systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief senior leadership and technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community or cyber mission environments.
• Familiarity with RMF, NIST, ICD 503, or other federal cybersecurity standards.
• Experience supporting program management functions including staffing, budgeting, contract oversight, and operational reporting.
• Industry certifications such as Security+, CISSP, PMP, CISM, or related certifications preferred.