Igniters operate in the world's most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters' hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains.
As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI. Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count. Ignite is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to provide senior-level cybersecurity leadership supporting USASMDC mission systems.
The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) is responsible for delivering global missile defense, space operations, and strategic deterrence capabilities in support of Combatant Commands and national defense objectives. This role leads accreditation, authorization, and cybersecurity operations to ensure mission assurance and operational resilience.Key Responsibilities: Lead RMF authorization and reauthorization activities Serve as subject matter expert for FISMA, SCA-V, and IV&V cybersecurity assessments Direct STIG implementation and vulnerability mitigation efforts Lead cybersecurity incident response and corrective action planning Advise leadership on system risk posture and mitigation strategies Qualifications: Secret clearance (required) Advanced DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification 8+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations for DoD systems Senior-level experience supporting classified environments Demonstrated leadership in cybersecurity compliance and operations Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred) Salary range: $100-140kKey Responsibilities: Lead RMF authorization and reauthorization activities Serve as subject matter expert for FISMA, SCA-V, and IV&V cybersecurity assessments Direct STIG implementation and vulnerability mitigation efforts Lead cybersecurity incident response and corrective action planning Advise leadership on system risk posture and mitigation strategies Qualifications: Secret clearance (required) Advanced DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification 8+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations for DoD systems Senior-level experience supporting classified environments Demonstrated leadership in cybersecurity compliance and operations Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred) Salary range: $100-140k