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Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Posted 9/22/2026

West 4th Strategy

San Diego, CA 92101

United States

Category - Security / Intel / Cyber/Military expertise

Pay

$110,000.00 to $155,000.00 Per Year

Job Description

Cybersecurity Analyst
ROLE
We need an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). This role supports the cybersecurity evaluation of drone systems and components submitted for review under the Blue UAS Cleared List Program, which determines which commercial unmanned aircraft technologies are secure enough for military and government use. In this role, you will serve as a technical subject matter expert reviewing cybersecurity assessment reports, identify vulnerabilities and residual risks affecting DoW missions, and validate whether submitted remediation plans sufficiently mitigate identified vulnerabilities. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as a technical subject matter expert supporting the cybersecurity evaluation of product submissions
Provides technical expertise and advisory support regarding cybersecurity requirements, technical standards, risk management, and assessment methodologies
Applies demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles applicable to embedded systems, software, firmware, wireless communications, networking, encryption, authentication, and supply chain security
Interprets cybersecurity assessment methodologies, penetration testing results, vulnerability assessments, software assurance evaluations, and firmware analyses
Reviews cybersecurity assessment reports, supporting technical documentation, and assessment evidence to evaluate completeness, technical sufficiency, and adequacy in support of Government technical acceptance decisions
Identifies cybersecurity vulnerabilities, threats, attack vectors, and residual risks affecting DoW missions, warfighter safety, and national security
Provides technical recommendations regarding cybersecurity findings, risk mitigation strategies, and applicability of cybersecurity requirements to Blue List candidate technologies
Verifies and validates whether a company's submitted remediation plan would sufficiently mitigate identified cyber vulnerabilities
Maintains awareness of applicable Federal statutes, DoW policies, NDAA requirements, and cybersecurity frameworks relevant to the Blue List Program
Monitors emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and policy developments affecting small unmanned systems and related technologies

BACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Minimum of five (5) years of practical experience preferred
Active DoW 8570/8140 IAM or IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+) required
Demonstrated expertise applying NIST SP 800-53 controls, NIST SP 800-161 (SCRM), and navigating the DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve an Authority to Operate (ATO)

LOCATION

San Diego, CA – DCMA Facility

CLEARANCE

Active or interim DoW security clearance; favorably adjudicated Tier 3 background investigation required
Must be a US Citizen

CLIENT

Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Unmanned Systems-Experimental (US-X) command

HOURS

40 hours per week
8 hours per day

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility – W2

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits

COMPENSATION

Salary range: $110,000 – $155,000
Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. Full benefits brochure available for review.

West 4 Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

Other Considerations: This position is W-2 only; no Corp-to-Corp or 1099 candidates. Relocation will not be offered. This position requires access to Department of Justice facilities and systems. As a condition of employment, selected candidates must complete and receive favorable adjudication from a federal government background investigation as required by the U.S. Department of Justice. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.