Cybersecurity Analyst II

The Cybersecurity Analyst II will support cybersecurity activities across cloud, lab, and fielded system environments, including AWS GovCloud, local integration labs, and site-based or LAN-only systems. This role will perform vulnerability scanning, support STIG implementation, track remediation, assist with compliance activities, and coordinate with IT, software, program, and customer stakeholders. The ideal candidate can work independently, communicate clearly, and contribute quickly with limited oversite. Travel to customer or integration sites is required.

• Run vulnerability scans, analyze results, track findings, and support remediation.
• Support STIG implementation, system hardening, access controls, and secure configuration activities.
• Support cybersecurity tasks across cloud, lab, and site-based environments.
• Coordinate with technical teams, program leadership, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Develop scripts or automation to improve repeatability and efficiency of cybersecurity tasks.
• Support compliance, audit preparation, evidence collection, documentation, and incident response activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, system administration, DevSecOps, information assurance, or related technical role.
• Working knowledge of networking, Windows/Linux systems, access controls, security tools, and cybersecurity practices.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity activities in cloud, lab, enterprise, or restricted network environments.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• U.S. citizen with active or obtainable Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience hardening Windows and/or Linux systems using STIGs, security baselines, or similar guidance.
• Experience with AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud environments.
• Experience supporting RMF, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, or DoD cybersecurity compliance efforts.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, patching tools, or configuration management tools.
• Experience developing scripts or automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, C#, Java, C++, or similar languages.
• Experience performing vulnerability scans and supporting remediation activities.
• CompTIA Security+
• CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent certification preferred.

Work Where it Matters

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, system administration, DevSecOps, information assurance, or related technical role.
• Working knowledge of networking, Windows/Linux systems, access controls, security tools, and cybersecurity practices.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity activities in cloud, lab, enterprise, or restricted network environments.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• U.S. citizen with active or obtainable Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience hardening Windows and/or Linux systems using STIGs, security baselines, or similar guidance.
• Experience with AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud environments.
• Experience supporting RMF, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, or DoD cybersecurity compliance efforts.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, patching tools, or configuration management tools.
• Experience developing scripts or automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, C#, Java, C++, or similar languages.
• Experience performing vulnerability scans and supporting remediation activities.
• CompTIA Security+
• CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent certification preferred.

• Run vulnerability scans, analyze results, track findings, and support remediation.
• Support STIG implementation, system hardening, access controls, and secure configuration activities.
• Support cybersecurity tasks across cloud, lab, and site-based environments.
• Coordinate with technical teams, program leadership, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Develop scripts or automation to improve repeatability and efficiency of cybersecurity tasks.
• Support compliance, audit preparation, evidence collection, documentation, and incident response activities.