FTS, Inc.
Base Pay Range
$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
Cybersecurity Analyst (Information Security)
Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Position Overview FTS, is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to help safeguard our systems, data, and mission from evolving cyber threats. This role will be responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting organizational resilience through proactive monitoring and security best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate cybersecurity risks by assessing vulnerabilities, threats, and controls across systems and networks.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry security standards, including PCI DSS, HIPAA, COPPA, GLBA, and related privacy regulations.
Manage incident response processes—detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents while overseeing containment and recovery actions.
Track and resolve audit findings, manage remediation activities, and support ongoing risk reduction initiatives.
Conduct cybersecurity and privacy assessments of vendors to ensure compliance with UNCF’s minimum security standards.
Support and enhance information security awareness and training programs to promote a culture of security across the organization.
Maintain and update cybersecurity policies, configurations, and procedures to safeguard critical systems and data.
Provide input on security requirements for new systems, contracts, and procurement initiatives.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, forecasting service demands, and strengthening shared cybersecurity capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
5+ years of experience as a Senior Analyst or Lead in security, networking, or systems operations.
Proven experience in operations management, policy development, system procurement, and information assurance.
CompTIA Security+ / Network+
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
Strong understanding of network protocols, security frameworks (CIS, NIST), risk management, and vulnerability assessment.
Experience in incident response, penetration testing, and compliance auditing.
Familiarity with cloud security, firewalls, endpoint protection, and data privacy standards.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities with the ability to translate technical security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
Project management experience with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
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Cybersecurity Analyst (Information Security)
Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Position Overview FTS, is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to help safeguard our systems, data, and mission from evolving cyber threats. This role will be responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting organizational resilience through proactive monitoring and security best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate cybersecurity risks by assessing vulnerabilities, threats, and controls across systems and networks.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry security standards, including PCI DSS, HIPAA, COPPA, GLBA, and related privacy regulations.
Manage incident response processes—detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents while overseeing containment and recovery actions.
Track and resolve audit findings, manage remediation activities, and support ongoing risk reduction initiatives.
Conduct cybersecurity and privacy assessments of vendors to ensure compliance with UNCF’s minimum security standards.
Support and enhance information security awareness and training programs to promote a culture of security across the organization.
Maintain and update cybersecurity policies, configurations, and procedures to safeguard critical systems and data.
Provide input on security requirements for new systems, contracts, and procurement initiatives.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, forecasting service demands, and strengthening shared cybersecurity capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
5+ years of experience as a Senior Analyst or Lead in security, networking, or systems operations.
Proven experience in operations management, policy development, system procurement, and information assurance.
CompTIA Security+ / Network+
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
Strong understanding of network protocols, security frameworks (CIS, NIST), risk management, and vulnerability assessment.
Experience in incident response, penetration testing, and compliance auditing.
Familiarity with cloud security, firewalls, endpoint protection, and data privacy standards.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities with the ability to translate technical security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
Project management experience with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
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