Cybersecurity SME/ Cyber Analyst with Security Clearance

Cybersecurity SME/Cyber Analyst Washington, DC / Onsite Blu Omega is seeking a Cybersecurity SME/Cyber Analyst to support federal cybersecurity and information assurance missions. This role is responsible for conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, supporting security engineering and compliance activities, and strengthening defensive security controls in a federal operating environment. Program Overview The program supports federal efforts to protect information systems and maintain compliance with cybersecurity requirements. Key Details

• Location: Washington, DC / Onsite
• Clearance / Suitability: Secret Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop and maintain system- and enterprise-level information assurance documentation.
• Support security engineering activities and incorporate security requirements into system design, architecture, and configuration baselines throughout the systems lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with Federal cybersecurity regulations, including NIST, FISMA, and associated guidance.
• Ensure artifacts, assessments, and system configurations remain aligned with NIST SP 800-53 controls, FedRAMP baselines, Federal agency policy, and directives.
• Participate in cybersecurity incident response activities, including detection, analysis, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident reporting.
• Leverage threat intelligence and indicator-of-compromise data to identify adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures and strengthen defensive security controls.
• Prepare technical reports, assessment findings, executive summaries, and remediation recommendations for management and Authorizing Officials. Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of cybersecurity experience.
• Hands-on experience conducting comprehensive risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Extensive knowledge of Federal cybersecurity regulations, policies, and guidelines, including NIST, FISMA, and associated guidance.
• Experience developing and maintaining system- and enterprise-level information assurance documentation.
• Experience supporting security engineering activities and incorporating security requirements into system design, architecture, and configuration baselines.
• Experience ensuring compliance with Federal cybersecurity regulations.
• Experience aligning artifacts, assessments, and system configurations with NIST SP 800-53 controls, FedRAMP baselines, Federal agency policy, and directives.
• Experience participating in cybersecurity incident response activities.
• Experience leveraging threat intelligence and indicator-of-compromise data to identify adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Experience preparing technical reports, assessment findings, executive summaries, and remediation recommendations.
• CISSP or an equivalent cybersecurity certification, such as Security+.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success supporting Federal contracts.
• Experience coordinating with system owners, ISSOs, architecture teams, and cybersecurity leadership to validate system requirements, address information assurance concerns, and resolve compliance or security issues.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical risks and content for executive and government stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.

Compensation Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $135,000.00 Final compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance. Blu Omega Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers
• 401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options
• Short-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources
• Telehealth and virtual care options available through medical plans
• Pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
• Paid federal holidays for salaried employees
• Access to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, employment status, and program requirements.

Company Overview Blu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments. We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support.

Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. #CJ #LI-Onsite