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Functional Analyst, Level 2 (FORECASTED)

Fort Meade, MD

Full Time

Functional Analysis

Mid Level

What You Will Do

Independent Software is seeking a Functional Analyst to support Cybersecurity compliance and functional testing activities. In this role, you will assess customer and mission requirements, ensure appropriate information security controls are in place, and support system testing and integration planning. You will collaborate with security assessors, engineers, and mission stakeholders to support the development and management of secure systems.

Join a team committed to protecting mission-critical systems and supporting national security. At Independent Software, we value innovation, integrity, and collaboration—providing a supportive environment where your expertise makes a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform functional analysis to identify key Cybersecurity tasks and their interrelationships
Analyze mission requirements to determine functional testing needs
Collaborate with Delegated Authorizing Officials (DAOs), ISSOs, and System Owners to support the creation and registration of System Security Plans (SSPs)
Maintain and update Cybersecurity documentation and security posture
Work with Security Control Assessors (SCAs) to define and execute system testing requirements
Ensure adherence to applicable Information System Security policies, standards, and procedures
Assist in the integration of security planning into system development processes

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Familiarity with functional analysis and task decomposition
Knowledge of Cybersecurity testing and security documentation processes
Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles
Ability to collaborate across security, engineering, and customer teams
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Proficiency with identifying functional system requirements based on mission needs

Education and Experience:

A Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT Engineering, or a related technical field
In lieu of a degree, four (4) additional years of Functional Analyst experience (total of 6 years) may be substituted
At least one (1) year of experience applying Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles

Certifications:

Candidate must meet IAM Level I or II certification requirements

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

**This position is contingent on contract award**

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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