Cryptographic Modernization Analyst

Job Description

Company: Insight Global

Location: Washington, US

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Core Working Hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (flex before or after to make up an 8-hour working day)

Work Location: 5 days onsite at the Pentagon

Start Date: ASAP

Must-Haves:
• Active DOD TS/SCI security clearance
• Years of Experience and Education/Certification Requirements (MUST meet one of the following): 10+ years of IT experience and a bachelor’s degree in a cybersecurity/IT-related field OR 10+ years of IT experience, a bachelor’s degree in a non-cybersecurity/IT-related field, and an active CISSP certification OR 14+ years of IT experience and an active CISSP certification in lieu of a degree
• Experience with communications technology or communications security (COMSEC)
• Strong hands-on COMSEC experience
• Knowledge of cryptography and key management (through COMSEC experience)
• Knowledge of post-quantum cryptography
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely with DoD leadership
• Ability to develop briefings, talking points, and presentations

Plusses:
• Experience with Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS)
• Experience with cryptography as pertaining to key management
• Experience with post-quantum cryptography
• Ability to manage actions and tasks through a standardized government system
• CISSP or related Certification

Day to Day:

Insight Global is seeking a Cryptographic Modernization Analyst to sit fully onsite at the Pentagon. This individual will support a team responsible for coordinating and managing taskings and memos tied to enterprise cryptographic modernization efforts.

In this role, the analyst will lead COMSEC and cryptographic policy efforts by coordinating taskings, validating data, and helping establish a baseline of cryptographic assets across the organization. The individual will review and manage incoming taskings, prioritize and assign actions, track progress to completion, and develop executive-level briefings, talking points, and reports for senior leadership.

The ideal candidate can manage multiple workstreams, collaborate across teams, and confidently engage with senior DoD leadership in a professional and personable manner.

Responsibilities Include:
• Draft policy memos, issue papers, and briefing materials (presentations, reports, executive summaries)
• Respond to congressional inquiries and develop reports or briefings aligned with legislative requirements
• Support COMSEC and cryptographic efforts by tracking and assessing cryptographic assets and partnering with CIO and PQC stakeholders to improve cryptographic posture
• Coordinate taskings, validate data submissions, and follow up on gaps or inconsistencies with stakeholders
• Support the establishment and maintenance of a baseline for cryptographic assets across the enterprise

Source: LinkedIn