Job Description
Position: Cybersecurity Analyst
Location: Boulder
Required: Secret Clearance
Grey Matters Defense Solutions stands at the forefront of developing advanced software solutions tailored to support the mission of the U.S. warfighter. With a commitment to excellence, we foster a culture grounded in a growth mindset, empowering our team to drive progress through bold actions, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Our employees are dedicated to these core values, and together, we create impactful, mission-critical solutions that redefine the cutting-edge of defense technology. Join us at Grey Matters Defense Solutions, where your work has purpose, and your contributions fuel the future of national security.
Grey Matters Defense Solutions is seeking a talented and dedicated
Cybersecurity Analyst. About the job: We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to provide comprehensive information assurance and system administration support for a complex, heterogeneous processing environment. This individual will play a pivotal role in safeguarding classified systems through risk management, cybersecurity engineering, and proactive system monitoring.
Key Responsibilities: - Perform cybersecurity engineering activities aligned with RMF (Risk Management Framework) lifecycle.
- Conduct IA (Information Assurance) controls assessments and apply security best practices.
- Maintain and update system security artifacts including eMASS entries and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
- Participate in network and system hardening initiatives.
- Support in-house and 3rd-party penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
- Monitor and analyze system logs, alerts, and indicators of compromise.
- Participate in incident response, reporting, and containment activities.
- Ensure alignment with NIST, DoD, and program-specific cybersecurity requirements.
- Review security documentation for accuracy, relevance, and compliance.
- Provide IA guidance to system and software engineering teams.
- Assist in security planning, audits, and continuous monitoring operations.
About you: - Active DoD Secret clearance.
- 5+ years experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst
- Demonstrated experience with RMF, cybersecurity monitoring, and documentation.
- Linux systems administration experience.
- Programming/scripting with Python or Matlab.
- Familiarity with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) systems.
- Familiarity with Missile Defense Systems (MDS) environments.
- Proficient in vulnerability scanning, IA control implementation, and eMASS entries.
Preferred Qualifications
- Industry certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CEH).
- Experience working in defense or aerospace environments.
Why Join Us
- Mission-Driven Culture: Support vital national security programs.
- Team-Centered: Collaborate with experienced professionals and thought leaders.
- Career Development: Opportunities for training, certification, and advancement.
Join our team of exceptional developers, architects, and data scientists!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Salary Range: $105,000 - $154,000 + additional 25% SEP (Employer Contribution Retirement) Grey Matters Defense Solutions offer a comprehensive benefits package including
medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Additional Benefits: - SEP IRA 25% of base salary
- PTO Six weeks
- IBA 12.5% (Additional 12.5% of salary goes into an Individual benefit account to pay for Medical Insurance Premiums)
- Medical, Dental, vision, ADD, SEP, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability, Vision, Legal Shield, ID Shield, and other voluntary benefits
- Health savings account (HAS)
- Referral program
Grey Matters Defense Solutions’ most valuable assets are the more than 75 employees, consisting of data scientists, custom software developers, and analysts/subject matter experts, with senior-level personnel formerly from DIA, NRO, NSA and the US Armed Forces. Our employees have a depth of analytical knowledge which provides them with deep understanding of managing and delivering products within government systems. Grey Matters Defense Solutions provides transformational leadership building award-winning teams and products.
Join our team of exceptional developers, architects and data scientists! Visit us at “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal”
Questions contact: jenny.rosenberg@greymattersdefense.com
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