Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst (NIST 800-53)
About Dragonfli Group
The Dragonfli Group is a small business headquartered in Washington, DC, providing cybersecurity and IT consulting services to U.S. government agencies and large commercial enterprises. Our professionals support mission-critical contracts across security operations, compliance, risk management, and cloud governance.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst to join a compliance and governance team in support of a large enterprise customer located in Richmond, Virginia. The selected candidate will work onsite alongside a Senior NIST Consultant and contribute to the development and maintenance of system security documentation and compliance processes aligned with NIST 800-53.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their cybersecurity career who wants to build real-world experience with risk management frameworks, security documentation, and GRC tools like ServiceNow GRC.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in drafting and updating System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and other compliance artifacts
- Perform control assessments and collect supporting documentation
- Track security findings and action items using ServiceNow GRC
- Coordinate with system owners and stakeholders to obtain required evidence
- Support the development of status reports, dashboards, and project documentation
- Collaborate with senior consultants on deliverables and analysis
- Participate in internal quality assurance reviews for compliance submissions
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in IT or cybersecurity (internships or co-ops acceptable)
- 1-3 years of experience with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST 800-53 controls
- Strong writing and documentation skills
- Experience working in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)
- Basic understanding of GRC platforms (ServiceNow GRC preferred, but not required)
- Ability to work onsite in Richmond, VA
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or certification in cybersecurity, information assurance, or compliance
- Security+ or other entry-level cybersecurity certification
- Exposure to federal or public sector IT environments
- Strong interpersonal skills and desire to learn in a team setting
Additional Requirements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must currently reside within a 50-mile radius of Richmond, VA
Skill(s)
None
Benefits
Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision)
PTO and Federal Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Travel
None
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