Information Security Analyst

CGI Federal is an IT and business consulting services firm. The Information Security Analyst will ensure compliance with NIST SP 800 53 controls across cloud based and on premises systems by implementing and validating security controls, analyzing vulnerabilities, reviewing audit logs, supporting incident response, and collaborating with system owners and engineering teams.

What you'll do:

• Lead efforts to ensure systems achieve and maintain compliance with NIST SP 800 53 controls, translating control requirements into actionable technical solutions
• Advise system owners and engineering teams on the technical implementation and optimization of security controls, addressing gaps and ensuring effectiveness
• Evaluate proposed system changes for security impacts, conducting Security Impact Analyses and recommending appropriate technical mitigations
• Develop, validate, and maintain security documentation, including System Security Plans, Privacy Impact Assessments, Contingency Plans, Incident Response Plans, Configuration Management Plans, and information exchange documentation
• Document system security procedures and ensure they are up to date and accessible to relevant stakeholders
• Analyze vulnerability assessment findings from internal and external sources
• Drive remediation activities by collaborating with technical teams, tracking progress, and verifying the effectiveness of implemented solutions
• Manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for identified vulnerabilities and assessment findings
• Review and analyze audit logs using tools such as Splunk and Azure Sentinel to detect anomalies, investigate incidents, and support compliance reporting
• Develop and refine log review processes, ensuring timely identification and escalation of security events
• Support security incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery
• Create and deliver incident response training sessions and test exercises

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related technical discipline
• Minimum 1 year professional experience or relevant education related to understanding, implementing, and troubleshooting technical security controls (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, encryption, access management) in enterprise environments
• Exposure to NIST SP 800 53 controls, including practical experience mapping, deploying, and validating controls in real world systems
• Experience analyzing vulnerability assessment findings using Tenable Nessus, Microsoft Defender, or similar tools and driving remediation activities
• Proficiency in audit log review and analysis using Splunk, Azure Sentinel, or similar SIEM tools
• Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills and demonstrating a very high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• U.S. citizenship
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Security+, etc.)
• Experience with security automation tools, scripting (Python, PowerShell), and cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of incident response frameworks and best practices
• Familiarity with GRC tools, especially Xacta

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model is acceptable.
• Comprehensive insurance options, offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment.
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan, offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time, offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment.
• Paid parental leave, offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment.
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance, offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment.
• Wellness and Well being programs, offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment.