Arete Consulting · 1 month ago
Cyber Security Analyst SME
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $135K/yrArete Consulting LLC is a veteran-owned small business focused on helping clients achieve mission success. They are seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to support the U.S. Coast Guard’s Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office, focusing on cybersecurity compliance and lifecycle support for Unmanned Aircraft Systems under the Risk Management Framework.
ConsultingProfessional ServicesService Industry
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain RMF documentation to support acquisition lifecycle phases and Acquisition Decision Events (ADEs) across the RAS PEO. Prepare and maintain RMF documentation to support acquisition lifecycle phases and Acquisition Decision Events (ADEs)
Track and manage and validate Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) in eMASS, ensuring timely risk remediation and accurate reporting
Oversee security control assessments, interpret scan results, and ensure transparency and traceability throughout the testing lifecycle
Lead the preparation and submission of Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authority to Connect (ATC) packages; coordinate responses with CG-TECH, CGCYBER, ISSOs, and program stakeholders
Support cybersecurity engineering and configuration management activities to ensure systems meet baseline and ongoing compliance requirements
Provide lifecycle cybersecurity support from system inception through deployment, sustainment, and decommissioning
Facilitate coordination between government program offices, cybersecurity service providers (CSSPs), and external partners to maintain accreditation and operational readiness
Provide subject matter expertise on cybersecurity and risk posture, emerging threats, and mitigation strategies to inform program leadership decision-making
Qualification
Required
Active Top Secret Clearance required upon hire
Demonstrated experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including development of security authorization artifacts across RMF Steps 0-6
Proficiency with eMASS for control inheritance, POA&M management, and accreditation package development
Hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity lifecycle management and configuration compliance for federal information systems
Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity policies, including NIST 800-53, 800-37, and agency-level governance (e.g., DOD/CGCYBER directives)
Ability to work effectively within classified environments and collaborate with diverse government and contractor stakeholders
Preferred
Experience supporting acquisition programs, ATO/ATC processes, or cybersecurity integration for autonomous or aviation-relation systems
Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CAP, CISM, Security+) are a plus but not required
Benefits
Competitive salary
Health, dental and vision insurance
Transit benefits
401(k) Match
Accrue 15 days of paid time off annually
Paid community service leave
Referral bonus
Laptop assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
Arete Consulting
Arete Consulting provides all kinds of business, product, process, technology and integration services.
Founded in 2004
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Sims
President/CEO
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