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Cyber Analyst (Network System Administrator) - Jr

Nalley Consulting

Location
Onsite (Hampton, VA)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Mid Level
Posted 4 days ago

About the Role

Nalley Consulting is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that staffs Department of Defense and Intelligence Community positions. This role supports the Air Combat Command CISO and ISSOs in maintaining a compliant cybersecurity program.

Skills

Cyber Analysis Network Administration Systems Administration Vulnerability Management Incident Response Risk Management Framework NIST SP 800-53 ICD 503 Threat Detection Security Patching Access Control Malware Analysis

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401k Matching
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Perks

  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flex Time

Full job details

Position: Cyber Analyst (Network System Administrator) - Jr

LCAT: Junior
Location: Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), Hampton, Virginia / On-site
Office: U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command

Required clearance: TS/SCI, ability to pass a polygraph

Required education: Associate’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field OR  5 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Minimum Years of Experience:  3 years of experience in network administration, systems administration, or related IT/ISR support roles, with recent experience within the last 2 years.

Description:
This position is contingent upon award of contract. We are seeking a Junior-level Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Air Combat Command (ACC) Cybersecurity Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and assigned Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) in maintaining an effective and compliant cybersecurity program. In this role, the selected candidate will provide foundational cybersecurity support across network, system, and compliance domains.

The candidate will assist with threat detection, vulnerability management, incident support, and cybersecurity program reporting activities within both enterprise and classified environments.

Responsibilities
  • Perform cyber analysis in support of intelligence, operational, and defensive cyberspace missions
  • Assist in implementing and verifying security patches, including: JAVA updates, NOTAMs, and TCNO-directed changes
  • Participate in investigative operations supporting the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) to identify suspicious or unauthorized software (malware, spyware, Trojans)
  • Support daily cybersecurity activities, including logical and physical access control, media protection and equipment accountability, and sanitization and destruction of media
  • Assist in identifying and implementing security controls in accordance with ICD 503 and NIST SP 800-53
  • Coordinate with ISSM on system changes, including hardware, software, and firmware updates
  • Ensure compliance with all DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity and information assurance directives
  • Maintain required certifications, qualifications, and training documentation
  • Support continuous monitoring, risk management framework (RMF), and audit readiness activities
Required Experience: 
  • Candidates must meet all DOD 8140 462 (Control Systems Security Specialist - Intermediate) Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) requirements for installing, configuring, maintaining and securing IT hardware & software
  • Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 and RMF (ICD 503) requirements
  • Experience with vulnerability management (IAVA, patching)
  • Understanding incident response and malware analysis processes
  • Working knowledge of DoD and IC cybersecurity concepts and classification guidelines
Required Certification
  • Must meet DoD 8140.02 / DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Requirements
  • Appropriate DCWF role alignment (e.g., Cyber Defense Analyst, ISSO, Network or Systems Security roles)
  • Certification eligibility prior to contract performance (tracked and reported per Government standards)
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous experience in DoD, Air Force, or Intelligence Community cyber operations
  • CISSP, Security+ CE / CASP+, CEH or equivalent certifications
  • Knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, IC GovCloud)
  • Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, and security control assessments
  • Experience supporting ISSO, Systems Administrator, or Network Security functions
  • Completion of AF IC CYBER 100 Course (highly desired)

ABOUT NALLEY CONSULTING

Nalley Consulting is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business working with prime partners to staff Department of Defense and Intelligence Community positions. Created by a U.S. Navy intelligence veteran, Nalley Consulting has grown to include multiple IDIQ vehicles in several states.

Nalley Consulting fringe benefits include:

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • PTO
  • 11 paid federal holidays
  • Tuition assistance
  • Paid military-reserve leave
  • Paid parental leave for birth or adoption
  • 401k matching up to 5 percent of the base salary
  • Flex time
  • Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.