Full-time
San Antonio, TX
Job description
Join our Finality team, supporting the U.S. Department of Defense – Air Force
Finality is a small boutique technology company that exclusively provides services to the Federal Government, including Agencies such as the Department of Defense, and Department of Homeland Security. We are an Agile company from the ground up with a strong focus on our employees, including an emphasis on quality of life, development technical proficiency through training, and career advancement. We set the bar high on delivering high-quality services to our customers and take pride in our work. Ask us about our highly competitive benefits and meet the team!
See more about us on our website: https://www.finalityllc.com
We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Security Analyst to join our team supporting the U.S. Air Force’s Unified Platform Software Factory in San Antonio. In this role, you’ll support cyber defense activities by analyzing logs and alerts, identifying threats, supporting incident response, and contributing to continuous monitoring and compliance efforts. You’ll play a key role in ensuring mission-critical systems remain secure, compliant, and resilient in a dynamic cyber threat landscape.
Schedule
Telework - 3 days a week
On-Site - 2 days a week
In this position, you can expect to:
· Monitor, triage, and analyze security alerts and logs across mission systems to identify anomalous or malicious activity.
· Support incident response activities by conducting initial investigations and escalating issues as needed.
· Leverage SIEM platforms and threat intelligence feeds to identify patterns, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and trends.
· Perform vulnerability scans, assist with patch tracking, and maintain POA&M documentation.
· Collaborate with cyber engineers to implement and refine monitoring, alerting, and defensive toolsets.
· Analyze system and network activity for indicators of security policy violations or threats.
· Assist in maintaining and updating system security documentation in alignment with RMF and NIST SP 800-53 standards.
· Participate in readiness assessments, compliance checks, and audit preparation activities.
· Contribute to briefings and reports that communicate risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies to mission stakeholders.
As with any technical environment, the exact role responsibilities will evolve with the changing needs of our client. We are looking for analysts who are adaptable, curious, and eager to support cyber defense in a mission-focused environment.
Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
· 3+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Operations, or Security Analysis roles.
· Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, log analysis, and basic incident response techniques.
· Perform memory dumps and analyze memory captures,
· Some experience reverse engineering malware.
· Understanding of common cybersecurity frameworks such as RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and DISA STIGs.
· Familiarity with security monitoring tools such as Splunk, Kibana, Elastic, or equivalent.
· Working knowledge of networking protocols, system logs, and host/network forensics.
· Exposure to threat intelligence, vulnerability management, or endpoint protection technologies.
· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and attention to detail.
· Active TS/SCI Clearance is required.
· Security+ or similar certification preferred.
· B.S. in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
· This is a hybrid position – with both weekly on-site support in San Antonio, TX and remote work supported.
While we've outlined our ideal candidate, we know talent comes in many forms. If you have a strong foundation in cybersecurity analysis, a desire to support mission success, and a drive to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply. We value professionals who are curious, reliable, and passionate about defending systems that matter.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Antonio, TX 78205
