Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blu Omega is seeking a Junior System Security Analyst to support a federal program focused on cybersecurity operations for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This role is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and strengthening cybersecurity defenses in a high-stakes, enterprise-level setting.
Responsibilities
- Continuously monitor and analyze system security to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and potential breaches
- Conduct risk assessments and system audits to uncover security gaps
- Recommend and implement mitigation strategies to enhance system security
- Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to embed security best practices into architecture and operations
- Keep up-to-date with emerging cyber threats and adjust security measures proactively
- Support 24/7 cybersecurity operations to ensure ongoing detection, response, and protection in compliance with federal standards
Skills
- 1+ year of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on system security analysis
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management
- Hands-on experience with monitoring tools like Splunk and endpoint security solutions such as Microsoft Defender
- Familiarity with incident response and intrusion detection techniques
- Understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks including FISMA and NIST
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to operate independently in a remote setting and collaborate with diverse teams
- Ability to work on 2nd or 3rd shift (4 PM - 12 AM EST or 12 AM - 8 AM EST)
- Must be able to obtain and maintain NIH Public Trust clearance
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or Security+
- Experience supporting government agency IT operations, especially within health or federal environments
- Knowledge of security architecture, system virtualization, and multi-cloud environments
- Familiarity with Tenable, DbProtect, and advanced threat detection methods
Company Overview
Blu Omega offers IT services and Clinical Research management consulting, focusing on technology solutions for federal sectors. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://bluomega.com.