Why This Role Stands Out
This role offers a significant opportunity to shape critical cybersecurity policies for national security initiatives, leveraging your expertise in 5G and federal mandates to drive strategic impact. If you are a seasoned cyber policy professional with a strong understanding of NIST frameworks and a desire to influence high-level decision-making within a reputable federal client, this position offers excellent professional development and a competitive hourly rate of $60-$70.
Quick Overview
Job Description
Job #: 3044402 Apex Systems is currently hiring a Cyber Policy Analyst with a large federal client. As a Cyber Policy Analyst, you will transform technology into opportunity by connecting and enhancing critical enterprise IT systems. Project Details / Mission Supported: • Develop and refine cybersecurity policies related to 5G, telecom infrastructure, and secure communications.
- Provide strategic analysis and recommendations to senior leadership on cyber risk, telecom resilience, and emerging threats.
- Draft executive-level policy documents, memos, and briefings to support decision-making.
- Ensure alignment with CIO priorities, federal mandates, and national security objectives.
- Interpret and apply NIST 800-series publications (especially SP 800-171, 800-172) to telecom and cyber environments.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across federal agencies and industry to harmonize cyber and telecom policy efforts.
- Support governance and compliance tracking for telecom-related cybersecurity initiatives.
- Monitor developments in 5G, spectrum policy, and telecom supply chain risk management.
- Contribute to policy frameworks that address secure data exchange, Zero Trust, and cross-domain solutions. Qualified candidates will have the following experience and skills:
- Bachelors Degree • 10-12+ years in cybersecurity, information assurance, or telecom policy
- Strong understanding of federal cyber policy, governance, and compliance frameworks.
- Experience with NIST SP 800-171/800-172 and RMF.
- Familiarity with 5G architecture, telecom protocols, and supply chain risk management.
- Skilled in drafting executive-level policy documents and briefings.
- Experience supporting high-level organizations, ideally within a CIO office.
- Strong writing, analysis, and organizational skills.
- Able to advise on cyber risks related to telecom infrastructure and emerging technologies.
Location: Pentagon
Onsite expectation: Fully Onsite
Clearance Level: Top Secret (SCI Preferred) Contract Rate: $60-70/HR W2 PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Top Secret security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment* If you are interested, please apply here or email an updated copy of your resume to Apex Systems Military & Veteran Programs
At Apex Systems, we are proud to support those who serve.
Our commitment to the military community is reflected in our robust veteran hiring initiatives, military-friendly workplace policies, and nationally recognized programs. We value the leadership, discipline, and mission-first mindset that military professionals bring to our team. Join us in continuing your mission. Why Apex is a Top Choice for Veterans and Military Talent:
- Military-Friendly Employer: Recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer for multiple consecutive years.
- Transition Programs: DoD Skill Bridge program with multiple pathway options.
- Veteran Hiring Commitment: We actively partner with multiple veteran and military organizations that specialize in IT upskilling and certification training, helping service members and veterans transition into high-demand tech careers
- Apex Military Network: Internal employee resource group supporting veterans, Guard/Reserve members, and their families. Apex Benefits Overview
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.
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