Sr Cyber Advisor

AnaVation· Fort Meade, MD· lever· publié le 26/07/2026
Indispensable :SecuritySeniorPrincipal

Be Challenged and Make a Difference 

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Required Qualifications: Clearance: U.S. Citizen, TS/SCI cleared within last 2 years.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Engineering or related field

Location: Full-time on-site in Ft Meade, Maryland.

Experience and knowledge :

7+ years supporting DoD, IC, or Combatant Command missions.

Experience supporting headquarters-level organizations (Combatant Command, Service Component Command, Joint Staff, or Intelligence Community headquarters) with program management, governance, or strategic planning activities.

Demonstrated experience supporting cyber operations, intelligence, C5ISRT, or related mission areas within operational, strategic, or headquarters environments.

Proven experience conducting program assessments, portfolio management, organizational analysis, or technical oversight for complex Government or military programs.

Experience developing, evaluating, or managing program requirements, CONOPS, resource allocation strategies, or program lifecycle processes.

Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical, operational, and organizational information and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations for Government leadership.

Experience coordinating with multiple Government stakeholders, technical teams, and mission partners to gather requirements, build consensus and resolve issues.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing executive-level briefings, white papers, decision papers, and program documentation for senior Government leaders.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while operating independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Teams, with experience developing executive dashboards, reports, or portfolio tracking products.

Preferred Qualifications: Clearance : Current or previous Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope Polygraph completed within the past five (5) years.

Education : Master's degree in related discipline is preferred.

Certification : Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+) or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge :

10+ years of experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, Combatant Command, or Joint Staff missions.

Experience supporting headquarters-level organizations.

Familiarity with DoD requirements development, capability management, strategic planning, or portfolio management processes.

Deep expertise in USCYBERCOM operations, targeting processes, or C5ISRT analytic methodologies.

Familiarity with cyber program evaluation, analytic tradecraft, or mission integration across cyber-intel-targeting domains.

Training or certification in cybersecurity, systems engineering, project management, or governance frameworks (e.g., CySA+, PMP, NIST CSF).

Benefits          Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents          100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents          100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance          100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents          401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting          Competitive Pay          Generous paid leave and holiday package          Tuition and training reimbursement          Life and AD&D Insurance About AnaVation  AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! 

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.