Cyber Security Analyst – Intermediate

DecisionPoint Corporation is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst – Intermediate to support both cybersecurity governance and operational defense. This position functions as an RMF/A&A and TRM specialist while delivering frontline SOC support through Microsoft Sentinel dashboard monitoring and custom alerting.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in authoring and maintaining RMF artifacts such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and POA&Ms
• Support Technical Reference Model (TRM) documentation updates and alignment with evolving enterprise security tools and frameworks
• Track and document control implementations for FISMA and NIST SP 800-53 compliance using tools such as Xacta or SharePoint. Assist in troubleshooting availability or access issues across cybersecurity infrastructure in emergency scenarios
• Monitor Microsoft Sentinel dashboards for real-time alerts, anomalies, and incidents
• Develop and tune custom KQL-based detection rules and alerting logic
• Triage security events and escalate critical issues to senior SOC analysts as appropriate
• Develop and deliver internal training materials and knowledge-sharing sessions focused on Microsoft Azure and M365 security features (e.g., Conditional Access, Defender for Office 365, Identity Protection)
• Provide one-on-one or group support to GPO IT staff on best practices for secure configuration and monitoring within Microsoft cloud environments

Requirements:

• 4 years of experience in cybersecurity analysis, SOC operations, or RMF compliance roles
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, other related disciplines (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Security Center, and Microsoft 365 security tools
• Solid understanding of NIST RMF, FISMA requirements, and technical security documentation
• Federal experience
• Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)