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Junior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst The Company: CenseoConsulting Group is atop Washington D.C. basedmanagement consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build ...

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... cybersecurity policy management, including compliance with standards such as NIST SP 800-53; and ... The Senior Policy Analyst will advise and assist with strategic planning, policy, and business ...

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Springfield, VA ยท On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

... cybersecurity policy management, including compliance with standards such as NIST SP 800-53; and ... The Senior Policy Analyst will advise and assist with strategic planning, policy, and business ...

Policy Analyst

Springfield, VA ยท On-site

$96K - $118K/yr

The role's breadth is demonstrated through various specializations, including high-level strategic planning and business analysis for executive management; detailed IT and cybersecurity policy ...

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How much do senior cybersecurity policy analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior cybersecurity policy analyst in the United States is $113,704.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior cybersecurity policy analyst do?

A Senior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst develops, evaluates, and implements policies and strategies to protect an organization's information systems and data. They analyze existing cybersecurity measures, ensure compliance with regulations, and recommend improvements to reduce risk. This role often involves collaborating with technical teams, management, and external agencies to address emerging threats and maintain robust security postures. They also provide guidance on best practices and may help create training programs for staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior cybersecurity policy analyst?

To thrive as a Senior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst, you need expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and policy development, often supported by a degree in information security or related fields and several years of experience. Familiarity with regulatory standards (such as NIST, ISO 27001), security assessment tools, and relevant certifications like CISSP or CISM is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you translate technical risks into actionable policy guidance. These abilities are crucial to ensuring organizations remain compliant, resilient, and prepared against emerging cyber threats.

What are some common challenges faced by senior cybersecurity policy analysts when aligning organizational policies with evolving regulations?

Senior Cybersecurity Policy Analysts often encounter the challenge of keeping organizational policies up to date with rapidly changing cybersecurity laws and standards. Balancing compliance requirements with practical business needs requires close collaboration with legal, IT, and risk management teams. Analysts must interpret complex regulations, anticipate future changes, and effectively communicate policy updates across departments. Staying proactive through continuous monitoring and stakeholder engagement is essential to ensure the organization's policies remain both effective and compliant.

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Junior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst

Washington, DC โ€ข On-site

Censeo Consulting Group
Business Management Consultingย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

$50K - $70K/yr

Other

PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Junior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst The Company:

CenseoConsulting Group is atop Washington D.C. basedmanagement consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clientsโ€™ most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations,allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions.

AtCenseo, our award-winning culture means youโ€™ll join a tight-knit community of 75 brilliant and passionate colleagues. We are advocates for a better functioning public sector,and weโ€™re also good friends who know the names of each otherโ€™s dogs.Our philosophyis horizontal, not hierarchical, andour open-door policy encourages a culture of entrepreneurship at all levels.We share successes, make decisions together,andfoster an environmentfor those with initiativeto lead.Our colleagues bring their own unique personalities to work every day and use them to help shape our growing firmin ways that reach far beyond client projects.

The Position:

We are seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst to support the Office of Government-wide Policy at the General Services Administration with policy and process support for their Identity and Access Management (IAM). Some examples of responsibilities include:

  • Develop in-depth knowledge of client issues, needs, and context related to cybersecurity policy and implementation (Specifically in the area of Identity and Access Management (IAM))
  • Share insights, results, and recommendations in a comprehensible manner through both written presentations/reports and interactions with teams/clients
  • Work with client stakeholders and working groups to develop process maps, project plans,and identify opportunities for efficiencies and improvement
  • Conduct market research on emerging technologies, technology vendors, products, and industry trends
  • Research and prepare written materials on emerging technologies and their potential applications within the federal government
  • Lead discrete deliverables and / or workstreams
  • Support approving, initiating, planning, executing, and closing out projects
  • Support the planning and management of meeting logistics, materials, and follow up actions
  • Coordinate and provide logistical support for briefings, workshops, working groups, integrated project teams, committees, conferences, boards, and additional operation activities
  • Design, issue, and analyze program surveys to identify opportunities for program improvements
  • Develop correspondence for program leads to be sent to key stakeholders
  • Develop program collateral in the Google Suite, including Google Documents, Google Slides, and Google Sheets
  • Proactively identify program risks, and deploy mitigation strategies
The Ideal Candidate:

At Censeo, we are looking for unique candidates whose passion and enthusiasm will help shape Censeoโ€™s client insights and workplace culture. Our staff have a wide range of backgrounds, areas of expertise, personality types, and favorite breakfast foods. Our client and cultural successes are rooted in our teamโ€™s innovation, creative problem solving, and collaboration. The unique perspective that you bring and the way you tackle problems are much more important to us than whatโ€™s printed on your diploma. We believe a successful Junior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst will have:

  • BA / BS Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or similar field
  • Experience with and working knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM)and / or Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management (FICAM).
  • 1+ years of Federal consulting experience supporting project management life cycle
  • Experience within the General Services Administration (GSA)highly valued
  • Program management certification(ex. Scrum, Agile, PMP) highly valued
  • Ability to obtain a public trust security clearance
  • Excellent customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong analytic skills
  • Experience creating, analyzing, and presenting surveys and data analysis
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Ability to build a strong degree of trust with the client
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail related to project management and task/deadline tracking
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment andmanaging multiple ongoing deliverables
The Location:

Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C. and the role will be hybrid in the D.C. Metro area.

The Fine Print:
  • Expected travel 0-10%; mayincrease based on business needs
  • Salary Range between $50,000-70,000 depending on experience level
  • This is an exempt, full-time position
  • Essential Physical Functions
    • Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time
    • Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Censeooffers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at: https://www.censeoconsulting.com/about/join-us/.

Censeois an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

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  • 2023Vault #9Best Consulting Firm for Work/Life Balance
  • 2023Vault #23Best Consulting Firm for Overall Diversity
  • 2023 Management Consulted #3 Best Boutique Firms in Washington DC
  • 2022 Vault #41 Best Overall Consulting Firm to Work For
  • 2020 Vault #21 Best Boutique Consulting Firm
  • 2019 Ivy Exec #7 Best Boutique Consulting Firm
  • 2018 Consulting Magazine Best Small Firms to Work For
  • 2017 Vault #12 Best Boutique Consulting Firm
  • 2016 Forbes Best Management Consulting Firms in America
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