Senior Security Analyst (top Secret Cleared)

Appian Group

Mclean, Virginia, United States
Not specified; not specified; comprehensive benefi...
On-site (4-5 days a week)
Active top secret clearance required
Hands-on experience with aws and azure
Expert it systems administration skills
Appian Group is seeking a Senior Security Analyst with an active Top Secret clearance to support federal customers in cybersecurity strategy and compliance. This role emphasizes continuous learning and collaboration, particularly around the NIST Risk Management Framework and security authorizations

Job Summary

  • The role involves partnering with federal customers to design and secure Appian-based solutions for private cloud and on-premise deployments.
  • Candidates will gain hands-on experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework and support the Authority to Operate authorization process.
  • Appian fosters a culture of in-person collaboration with employees expected to be in the McLean office 4-5 days a week.

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Appian Group is seeking a Senior Security Analyst with an active Top Secret clearance to support federal customers in cybersecurity strategy and compliance. This role emphasizes continuous learning and collaboration, particularly around the NIST Risk Management Framework and security authorizations.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, ESPP, and tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Top Secret Clearance required
  • Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure
  • Expert IT systems administration skills
  • NIST Risk Management Framework knowledge
  • System Security Package development

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for cybersecurity architecture
  • Willingness to learn FedRAMP processes
  • Collaborative team player mindset
  • Interest in government IT security

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • Active Top Secret clearance without limitations
  • 4+ years of IT systems administration experience
  • Ability to work within cleared facilities (SCIF)

Work Rights

Must have Active Top Secret Clearance

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