Cybersecurity Analyst

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we know that our strength lies in our people. As a global community committed to enhancing safety, we connect technologies that protect individuals, property, and communities. Our innovative solutions enable collaboration essential for safer neighborhoods, schools, hospitals, businesses, and nations. Join us in a career that makes a difference and contribute to a safer future.

Department Overview

As a leading FedRAMP accredited Third Party Assessment Organization (3PAO), we guide Cloud Service Providers through the FedRAMP certification process successfully. Our extensive experience spans IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments, specializing in designing secure cloud infrastructures compliant with FedRAMP requirements.

Job Description

Become an integral part of our team as a Cybersecurity Analyst! In this role, you will assess and analyze cybersecurity documentation for client information systems, leveraging your technical acumen to enhance our assessment processes through automation. Your contributions will align with critical standards including FISMA, NIST RMF for Federal Civilian Agencies, RMF for DoD IT, and especially FedRAMP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage directly with clients, conducting interviews to understand their cybersecurity needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Perform comprehensive assessments by analyzing cybersecurity documentation and collecting evidence to evaluate compliance with standards such as FISMA, NIST RMF, and FedRAMP.
• Utilize and create scripts to automate routine tasks, enhancing the efficiency of our security assessments, reporting, and evidence collection processes.
• Conduct system and network vulnerability scanning and analysis using tools like Nessus/ACAS, SCC, and DISA STIGs/STIG Viewer.
• Generate clear, precise reports and documentation, with a focus on creating automation scripts for analysis and report generation.
• Work independently or collaboratively within a client delivery team in a fast-paced remote setting.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for client engagements as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal communication skills to clearly articulate ideas to clients in person or over the phone.
• Basic understanding of Cloud Computing, FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST/DoD RMF, and NIST SP 800-series publications.
• Proficient in scripting with at least one language (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation purposes.
• Entry-level knowledge of testing tools such as Nessus/ACAS, SCC, DISA STIGs/STIG Viewer.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in FISMA-compliant security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities.
• Experience in creating and maintaining scripts for cybersecurity functions, including vulnerability scanning and compliance checks.
• Competency in conducting technical assessments using industry-standard tools such as Nessus, DB Protect, Acunetix, and ACAS (for DoD).
• Strong organizational and planning skills with acute attention to detail.
• Self-motivated individual with a technical aptitude and the willingness to excel.
• Must obtain a FedRAMP-required (A2LA R311) industry certification within 3 months of employment.

Certification Requirements:

The candidate must possess at least one industry certification from the selection below:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Security Operations (CCNA Cyber Ops)
• Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information System Security Professional or Associate (CISSP or Associate)
• Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO)
• CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Continuing Education (CASP+) Continuing Education (CE)
• CompTIA Cloud+ (Cloud+)
• Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
• Securing Cisco Networks with Threat Detection Analysis (SCYBER)

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or Technology.
• U.S. citizenship is required, with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as mandated by our government clients.
• Legal authorization to work indefinitely in the U.S. is required; employer sponsorship for work permits is not available for this position.

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement:

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally-protected characteristic. We celebrate our people-first, community-focused culture, empowering all employees to be their authentic selves and deliver their best work for a safer world. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team, even if you don't meet all preferred qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or health conditions. To request assistance, please fill out our Reasonable Accommodations Form.