Job Title: Cyber Policy Analyst
Clearance Required: TS/SCI
Location: Alexandria VA
Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Policy Analyst with an active TS/SCI security clearance to support the development analysis and implementation of cybersecurity policies for a mission-critical federal program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity policy writing and development a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity standards and frameworks and experience working in a classified environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop analyze and update cybersecurity policies procedures and governance documentation in alignment with federal regulations and organizational goals.
Interpret and apply cybersecurity-related directives (e.g. NIST FISMA DoD and IC standards) to existing and future cyber policy frameworks.
Coordinate with cybersecurity legal compliance and risk teams to ensure policy effectiveness and alignment with best practices.
Prepare white papers briefing materials and recommendations for senior leadership on cybersecurity policy initiatives.
Track evolving federal cybersecurity regulations and recommend updates to internal policies accordingly.
Provide subject matter expertise to ensure consistent policy implementation across IT and cyber operations.
Support audit and compliance activities by providing relevant policy documentation and interpretation.
Facilitate policy workshops working groups and stakeholder meetings.
Qualifications:
Active TS/SCI security clearance (required).
3 years of experience in cyber policy writing development or governance in a federal or defense environment.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and guidance (e.g. NIST 800-53 NIST CSF RMF CNSSI 1253).
Experience working with DoD IC or federal agencies in a cybersecurity or information assurance capacity.
Excellent writing editing and communication skills with the ability to translate technical language into clear and actionable policy.
Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Assurance Public Policy or a related field (Masters preferred).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting classified systems or programs.
Familiarity with federal legislative processes or executive cybersecurity orders.
Certifications such as CISSP CAP or CISM are a plus.
Cyber Policy Analyst
