Functional Analyst

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security.

DESCRIPTION:

Identify overall security requirements for the protection of data to ensure the implementation of appropriate information security controls. Provide analysis of customer mission needs to determine functional testing requirements. Work with security control assessors on systems testing. Perform functional analysis to identify required tasks and their interrelationships. Identify required resources. Maintain security posture for Information Systems or programs to ensure Information System Security policies, standards, and procedures are followed. Enable System Security Planning and collaborate with engineers on system integration.

CAPABILITIES:

· Perform functional analysis to identify critical Cybersecurity tasks required and their interrelationships.

· Analyze customer/mission needs to determine testing requirements.

· Identify required resources to enable creation, registration, and assignment of System Security Plans (SSPs) in conjunction with Delegated Authorizing Officials (DAOs), ISSO's, and System Owners.

· Review and update organizational documentation that affect Cybersecurity requirements

· Collaborate with Security Control Assessors to identify and execute system testing requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Two (2) years of related work experience. A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or IT Engineering. Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework and at least one (1) year experience in applying its principles. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, four (4) additional years of Functional Analyst experience may be substituted.

· DoD 8570 compliance with IAM I is required

CLEARANCE REQUIRED:

· TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Other Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship

Compensation Spotlight: 

For this role, our typical salary range starts at $100,000 and stretches up to $140,000. But here's the deal – we're not about capping your potential. We're committed to snapping up the best and brightest, and we're ready to put our money where our mouth is. So, if you're one of the rare exceptions to the status quo with the education, experience, and that extra something special, we're not afraid to go above and beyond to secure your talent. Because for us, it's not just about a salary. It's about the complete rewards package, the culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Taking Care of the People Who Take Care of The Nation

Synergy ECP is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.