Mid-Level Systems Security Analyst

Blu Omega is looking for a Mid-Level Systems Security Analyst to support a program at NIH.

Overview:

Join our elite cybersecurity team supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and play a vital role in safeguarding national health data. As a System Security Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of protecting critical systems by monitoring, analyzing, and strengthening cybersecurity defenses in a high-stakes, enterprise-level environment. This is your chance to contribute to a mission-driven, fully remote setting, ensuring compliance with federal standards such as HHS, DHS CISA, and FISMA, while utilizing your expertise to make a real-world impact.

Location: 100% Remote

Shift work hours: Must be flexible and able to work (2nd and 3rd Shift Opportunities: 4 PM - 12 AM EST / 12 AM - 8 AM EST)

Clearance: NIH Public Trust

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.

Required Skills:

• 2+ years 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.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or Security+ are highly advantageous.
• 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 is a plus.

Other Requirements:

• 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.

If you’re ready to elevate your cybersecurity career and contribute to national health security, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a key player in federal cybersecurity operations and help protect critical health data at the highest levels!