Guidehouse is hiring: Senior Cybersecurity Analyst in Washington

What You Will Do Guidehouse Cybersecurity consultants help our clients solve complex technology and business issues from strategy through execution. A successful cybersecurity consultant at Guidehouse displays flexibility, curiosity, the ability to learn quickly, think critically, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a grasp of a variety of technical concepts. A consulting career at Guidehouse provides the opportunity to gain experience on many different projects and technologies, engage with a wide range of clients, and contribute as a thought leader through white papers and articles, strengthening personal brand and subject‑matter expertise. Responsibilities Monitor computer networks for security issues, investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents. Document security breaches, assess consequences, and work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities (e.g., penetration testing) and remediate detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high‑security standard. Recommend best practices for IT security, install security measures and operating software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs. Conduct analysis, confirm intrusion information, and create a forensically sound duplicate of the files. Decrypt data and provide technical summaries, examine recovered data for relevant information, and perform dynamic analysis including timeline, statistical, and file signature analysis. Perform real‑time cyber defense handling tasks to support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs). Analyze and report organizational and system security posture trends. Apply security policies to meet security objectives of the system. Ensure all systems security operations and maintenance activities are properly documented and updated as necessary. Ensure cybersecurity‑enabled products or other compensating security control technologies reduce identified risk to an acceptable level. Implement security measures to resolve vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and recommend security changes to system or system components as needed. Implement system security measures in accordance with established procedures to ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non‑repudiation. Mitigate/correct security deficiencies identified during security/certification testing and/or recommend risk acceptance for the appropriate senior leader or authorized representative. Provide cybersecurity recommendations to leadership based on significant threats and vulnerabilities. Verify and update security documentation reflecting the application/system security design features. Verify minimum security requirements are in place for all applications. What You Will Need An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance. Once onboard with Guidehouse, a new hire must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" security clearance. Bachelor’s Degree. Three (3) or more years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Security System Design, Security Controls, Cybersecurity Framework, Zero Trust, and/or Cloud Security. What Would Be Nice To Have Master’s Degree. Certifications: CySA+, Security+, CISSP, CASP+, CND, or other relevant certifications. Two (2) or more years of experience designing and deploying systems aligned with Zero Trust Architecture principles, threat scenarios, reference architectures, and governance frameworks. Experience in professional services consultancy and federal cyber security industry. Knowledge of security principles and methods – firewalls, DMZs, encryption. Knowledge of security controls based on NIST SP 800‑53, CSF. Skill in developing and applying security system access controls, security management, network design processes, systems security testing and evaluation methods. Demonstrated experience designing, operating, troubleshooting cloud solutions. Strong knowledge of FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800‑53 and other federal cybersecurity policies, directives, and mandates. Extensive knowledge of application of security technologies including SIEM, DLP, WAF, IPS, firewall, and related tools. Demonstrated ability to work independently under general direction. Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00–$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer—Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance, including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1‑571‑633‑1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Senior Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Information Technology Industries Business Consulting and Services Location Washington, DC #J-18808-Ljbffr