Senior Analyst, Cyber Security (26-IT)
Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
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| Job Title: | Senior Analyst Cyber Security | Job Code: | P0548 |
| Supervises Directly: | No | ||
| New or Revised: | Revised | Regular or At-Will: | At-Will |
| Date Last Revised: | 9/10/2026 | Exempt or Non-Exempt: | Exempt |
| Compensation Approval Signature: | Union/ Non-Union: | Non-Union | |
Division: Department: | Information Technology IT-Information Security | Salary Schedule: | Non-Union Salary Range |
| Cost Center Code: | 601015 | Grade: | NU17 |
| Essential Position: | No | Reports To: | Manager Cyber Security Operations |
| EEO Code: | Professionals | Work Format: | Hybrid |
At DC Water we provide more than 700000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water wastewater and stormwater Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince Georges counties in Maryland and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in aspire to be known for superior service ingenuity and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision we commit to our shared mission every dayexceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe environmentally friendly and efficient manner.
The Senior Analyst Cyber Security is responsible for the administration of deployed cyber control technologies and is part of the Security Operation Center (SOC) which monitors analyzes detects and responds to cyber incidents on both traditional Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) position partners with IT and OT teams to administer and monitor access to DC Water resources. Responsibilities include monitoring security vulnerabilities and threats collecting and evaluating threat intelligence supporting disaster recovery and business continuity efforts and assisting with the implementation and enhancement of cyber controls informed by third-party intelligence sources. The role also maintains accountability for identifying and tracking IT assets that support DC Waters business processes.
Supports the Director Cyber Security Services in ensuring DC Waters preparedness to address cyber risks.
- Maintains user access controls for computing resources.
- Monitors SOC operations to detect analyze and respond to cyber incidents including intrusion attempts malware infections and other security threats across IT and OT networks.
- Analyzes security events and incidents within the DC Water computing and network environment investigates root causes assesses impacts and coordinates and documents response actions to mitigate risks and minimize operational disruptions.
Tests implements deploys maintains reviews and administers the infrastructure software required to effectively manage DC Waters network defenses and resources.
- Monitors DC Waters network to actively remediate unauthorized activities.
- Assists in disaster recovery operations using preparation identification mitigation remediation and recovery approaches as needed to maximize business resilience and information security.
- Collaborates with the Director Cyber Security Services to incorporate threat intelligence obtained from third-party providers into cyber controls enhancing DC Waters ability to proactively identify and mitigate emerging threats.
- Conducts and reports outcomes of vulnerability and penetration testing on IT and OT systems; identifies and prioritizes vulnerabilities for remediation to reduce the risk of exploitation by malicious actors.
- Uses advanced threat hunting techniques and tools to identify and neutralize threats before they escalate.
- Documents security incidents investigations and response activities in accordance with established procedures; ensures accurate and thorough reporting for compliance audit and legal purposes.
- Determines deviations from acceptable configuration vendor or IT policy.
- Generates security metrics dashboards and reports to provide visibility into key cybersecurity performance indicators trends and emerging risks for the senior executive team.
- Oversees the receipt and distribution of IT assets owned leased or subleased by DC Water to IT and OT including creation and maintenance of supporting documentation to manage the acquisition and disposal of IT assets.
- Continuously assesses and improves DC Waters cybersecurity capabilities processes and procedures leveraging lessons learned industry best practices and emerging technologies to enhance overall cyber resilience and readiness.
- Performs other related duties as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Key Working Relationships:Works with the Information Technology Solution Center (ITSC) and Infrastructure teams to enable the delivery and disposal of computing and network assets. Maintains and manages Role-Based Access to the Information Technology Asset Management Database. Partners with internal stakeholders to understand and logically document current and future processes.
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.
Required Skills & Qualifications
| Required Experience: |
| Five (5) years of experience in Information Systems. |
| Strong understanding of the key functions of cybersecurity cyber risk mitigation strategies and event and incident flows within a Security Event and Incident (SEIM) system. |
| Ability to define the problem generate and select alternatives and implement solutions. |
| Intermediate understanding of MITRE and Adversarial Tactics Techniques and Common Knowledge (ATT&CK) framework for Information Technology and Operational Technology Networks. |
| Strong understanding of one or more computer programming and/or scripting languages (PowerShell KQL Python etc.). |
| Intermediate understanding of network ports protocols and services host and network-based Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). |
| Advanced understanding of system and network logging events. |
| Familiarity with the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST 800-53 Control Families and the NIST Cyber Incident Response steps. |
| Minimum Education Requirements: |
| A Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited college or university. |
| Required Skills: |
| Cybersecurity Tools & Technologies |
| Information Security |
| Access Control |
| Incident Response |
| Adaptable & Agile |
| Attention to Detail |
| Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills |
| Teamwork |
| Communication Skills |
| Required Licenses & Certifications: |
| None |
| Required Languages: |
| English |
| Physical Requirements: |
| General Office Conditions |
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
| Preferred Experience: |
| Experience in cybersecurity incident response and network security monitoring and must be proficient in using technology tools such as CheckPoint Azure Microsoft Entra Defender and Purview. |
| Preferred Education Requirements: |
| Masters degree in cybersecurity information technology security computer engineering computer information systems computer science or related field from an accredited college or university. |
| Preferred Skills: |
| Cyber Threat Intelligence |
| Vulnerability Assessment |
| Cyber Risk Analysis & Mitigation |
| Continuous Monitoring |
| Emerging Trends in Cybersecurity |
| Business Alignment |
| Enterprise Security Messaging |
| KPI/KPR Validation and Oversight |
| Security Compliance Reporting |
| Training Design and Development |
| Preferred Licenses & Certifications: |
| Certifications in cybersecurity such as a CompTIA Security GIAC Certifications or similar. |
*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
At DC Water our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers innovators and problem solvers focused on protecting lifes most precious resource in the nations capital.
- Take pride in your work.We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.
- Connect to a strong culture.Everything we do is grounded in our shared valuesaccountability trust teamwork customer focus safety and wellbeing.
- Be your true self.We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity and we recognize and celebrate employees individuality and unique contributions.
- Build your skills and career path.We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities.
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