Information Security Analyst

NOTE: This role is contingent on the contract being awarded. 

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Synergy’s core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering.

Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including group medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with immediately vested company match, PTO/Sick Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition and training reimbursement, fitness/wellness reimbursement, a referral bonus program, and life management programs.

At Synergy, you’ll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that you will have dedicated career coaches available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven—if that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you!

NOTE: This role is contingent on the contract being awarded. Position Summary: Synergy is seeking an Information Security Analyst support the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC)—Information Systems Division (ISD). The Information Security Analyst will support ongoing cybersecurity operations, continuous monitoring, risk assessments, and security compliance activities aligned with the DHS 4300A, NIST 800-53, and RMF standards. The successful candidate will work closely with security engineers, system administrators, auditors, and federal stakeholders to evaluate and implement effective security measures that protect mission-critical systems and ensure audit readiness.  Primary Responsibilities: 

• Support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity controls across enterprise systems, networks, and applications. 

• Participate in and support the full lifecycle of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including security categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring. 

• Monitor and analyze alerts and logs from Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems to identify threats and suspicious activities. 

• Conduct vulnerability scans, assist in POA&M development, and provide recommendations for remediation and mitigation strategies. 

• Review and support the development of System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Contingency Plans (CPs), and Incident Response Plans (IRPs). 

• Conduct cyber risk assessments on systems, applications, and infrastructure to identify potential security gaps and recommend improvements. 

• Assist in drafting and reviewing security documentation, audit findings, after-action reports, and compliance assessments. 

• Collaborate with security control assessors to validate control implementations and test compliance to internal policies and federal guidelines. 

• Support awareness and training initiatives to promote cybersecurity best practices across program teams. 

• Provide input into policy, procedure, and standard development to ensure alignment with federal regulations and emerging threats. 

• Evaluate security solutions and provide input on system security designs, ensuring defense-in-depth strategies. 

• All other duties as assigned by management. 

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, RMF processes, and federal compliance requirements. 

• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management, log analysis, or SIEM operations. 

• Familiarity with network security, identity and access management, and endpoint protection. 

• Basic proficiency in federal cybersecurity frameworks including FISMA, DHS 4300A, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-37. 

• Ability to develop security documentation and effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills. 

Education/Experience Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s or Associate's degree in Computer Science, Math, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Two (5) years of directly relevant experience may substitute for one (1) year of formal education. 

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Information security as analyst or in security operations. 

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM). 

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the risk management framework. 

• Basic knowledge of the following: Active Directory, UNIX, Windows, Relational Databases. 

• Demonstrated experience working in support of federal government enterprise applications preferred. 

Clearance: 

• U.S. citizenship required 

• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance. 

Certification Requirement 

• CompTIA Security+ 

• Additional certifications (Network+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, ITIL Foundation, TOGAF, or other security architecture frameworks) are a plus. 

Work Location: 

• Elizabeth City, NC – On-Site (Full-Time)

Compensation for roles at Synergy varies depending on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to the requirements of the role; education and certifications; knowledge, training, skills and abilities; level of experience; geographic location; and alignment with market data, law, and other business and organizational needs. As required by local law, the posted pay range represents the lowest to the highest pay that Synergy believes in good faith it might pay for this particular job, depending on the circumstances. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Essential Job Function Physical Requirements: The physical requirements of this position are critical in evaluating the qualifications and abilities of an applicant or employee. The physical efforts needed to perform the essential duties of this job 90% of the time are repetitive motions, grasping, holding, and finger dexterity of the hands, reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, color distinction, and full visual abilities, hearing, talking, sitting, and use of IT equipment, phones, and office machines.

To a reduced degree, <30% of the time, candidates may have to stand, walk, lift 0-30 pounds, push or pull objects, climb stairs, bend, squat, reach, drive a car, or work overtime.

Synergy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against applicants for employment or its employees on the basis of age, race (including hair texture/style), creed, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, medical condition, pregnancy (childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, personal appearance, organ donation and hair length associated with race, genetic information or characteristics, family responsibilities, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, political affiliation, arrest records and criminal convictions, credit information, matriculation, homeless status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon these protected categories is expressly prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including job selection, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.

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