Cybersecurity Policy Analyst with Security Clearance

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations. At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Title: Cybersecurity Policy Analyst Location: Columbus OH Clearance: Top Secret Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Policy Analyst to support a large-scale Department of Defense cybersecurity environment. This position is responsible for reviewing, developing, consolidating, and maintaining cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and guidance to ensure alignment with DoD cybersecurity requirements and mission objectives.

The Cybersecurity Policy Analyst will work closely with cybersecurity, technical, and government stakeholders to evaluate existing policies, identify gaps, and recommend updates that balance security requirements with operational needs. The role will also provide policy guidance to programs and brief senior leadership on cybersecurity policy changes, requirements, and implementation progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, consolidate, and develop cybersecurity policies, procedures, standards, and guidance.
• Ensure cybersecurity policies align with applicable DoD requirements, directives, regulations, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Assess IT and cybersecurity policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures for compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Identify policy gaps and recommend updates or improvements to strengthen cybersecurity operations.
• Provide technical support and policy guidance to cybersecurity programs and technical teams.
• Research and interpret new or changing cybersecurity requirements and determine their impact on existing policies and operations.
• Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to support implementation of cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Develop policy documentation, briefings, reports, and other cybersecurity governance materials.
• Brief senior management on cybersecurity policy changes, updates, implementation status, and areas requiring attention.
• Support cybersecurity compliance, risk management, incident response, and defensive cyber operations through effective policy development and governance.

Minimum Requirements

• Seven (7) years of relevant cybersecurity policy experience
• Experienced in the general tenets supporting the overall DOD implementation of its cybersecurity policies, procedures, and process.
• DOD TOP SECRET Clearance and be eligible for an IT-I Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 5 (T5).
• Any CSSP Analyst certification: (i.e. CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA Security, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GISCSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, PenTest+) If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

Physical and Mental Qualifications

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation.

Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.