Cybersecurity Program Analyst
About Us:Spry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments.Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview)The Project Analyst provides project management, program coordination, and cybersecurity authorization support to ensure the successful execution of organizational initiatives and Assessment & Authorization (A&A)/Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements. This position is responsible for maintaining project schedules, tracking program performance, coordinating stakeholder activities, managing documentation, supporting security assessment efforts, and facilitating communication across project teams. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills and can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):Maintain and manage integrated project plans, schedules, milestones, dependencies, deliverables, risks, issues, action items, and performance metrics across multiple cybersecurity assessment and authorization projectsCoordinate and support RMF, A&A, and ATO activities by working with ISSOs, system owners, security teams, government stakeholders, and assessors to track assessments, findings, remediation efforts, and authorization package progressPrepare, maintain, and review cybersecurity documentation, including Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Risk Assessment Reports (RARs), Security Authorization Packages (SAPs), ATO letters, waiver memoranda, SOPs, templates, briefing materials, and other program deliverablesDevelop executive-level reports, dashboards, status updates, and presentations that communicate project health, schedule performance, risks, issues, milestones, and authorization activitiesFacilitate meetings, develop agendas and briefing packages, document decisions and action items, and coordinate follow-up activities with program, security, and customer stakeholdersEnsure project and security documentation complies with organizational, regulatory, and cybersecurity requirements and is maintained accurately throughout the project lifecycleAnalyze program performance, provide recommendations to leadership, track key performance indicators, and support strategic planning and decision-makingIdentify and implement process improvements, documentation standards, and best practices to enhance program execution and cybersecurity authorization activitiesDraft and maintain official correspondence and customer-facing communications supporting authorization, compliance, and program management effortsProvide ad hoc project, program, cybersecurity, and administrative support to meet evolving mission, customer, and contract requirementsWhat You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):Public Trust clearance eligibility required. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related discipline. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substitutedCompTIA Security+ certification3 years of experience supporting project management, program management, cybersecurity compliance, or federal IT initiativesWorking knowledge of Assessment & Authorization (A&A), Authority to Operate (ATO), and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processesExperience developing and maintaining project schedules, reports, briefings, and technical documentationStrong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines simultaneouslyProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePointExperience supporting customer-facing deliverablesMust be able to travel to customer site up to two days a weekIdeally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):Experience supporting federal government cybersecurity programsFamiliarity with NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP, and related cybersecurity compliance frameworksCertified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, technical qualifications, certifications, clearance level, and contract requirements.