Senior Software Systems Analyst (Cloud & Information Security)
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Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contractor
Experience Required: 8-10 years
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Software Systems Analyst with expertise in cloud technologies and information security. This role is pivotal in assessing and analyzing software systems from a technology and cyber security perspective to ensure compliance with the highest security standards. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and in-depth experience in cloud environments and information security. This is a remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a diverse and dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Zenius Corporation is a HUBZone-certified small business. Zenius specializes in providing Grants Management, IT Modernization, Acquisition Management, and Financial Management services to Federal agencies. Zenius is selected by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the DC Metro Area, awarded in 2024, 2021, and 2020. Zenius is also listed by Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas in 2021. Zenius is an awardee of 2019 Best of Leesburg winner (Business Management Consultant category).
Benefits
Zenius Corporation is a very employee-oriented company. Join us now and help us grow!
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid holidays and paid time off, medical insurance including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Spending Account, and flexible schedules, as per business needs. We also work with our employees on training and professional certification plans that benefit the employee.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Zenius Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Zenius complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Zenius Corporation expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contractor
Experience Required: 8-10 years
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Software Systems Analyst with expertise in cloud technologies and information security. This role is pivotal in assessing and analyzing software systems from a technology and cyber security perspective to ensure compliance with the highest security standards. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and in-depth experience in cloud environments and information security. This is a remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a diverse and dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and analyze existing software environments including usage, licenses, architecture, data (storage, security, access aspects), cyber security aspects (vulnerability and threat assessments), security patching requirements
- Analyze security audits data
- Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into effective software solutions and system designs.
- Evaluate and recommend cloud solutions and architectures that best fit the organizational needs.
- Conduct gap analysis to identify system inefficiencies, gaps and recommend enhancements, new architecture in line with future needs and to improve overall system functionality.
- Conduct gap analysis to identify vulnerabilities, threats and recommend possible solutions in a plan along with risk mitigation strategy
- Design and implement cloud-based systems, ensuring scalability, availability, and resilience.
- Review cloud resources and optimize performance while maintaining cost efficiency.
- Recommend security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data protection and system integrity.
- Identify security vulnerabilities in cloud and on-premises environments.
- Support the design of security controls, including access management, encryption, and security event monitoring.
- Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including systems design specifications, process workflows, and security guidelines.
- Prepare and present technical reports to stakeholders, providing clear insight and recommendations based on analysis.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 8-10 years of experience as a Systems Analyst, Software Engineer, or related role, with a focus on cloud technologies and information security.
- Proven experience in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), systems architecture, and best practices in software engineering.
- In-depth knowledge of information security principles and frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001).
- Proficiency in using tools and technologies for cloud management, security monitoring, and vulnerability assessment.
- Experience with scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, PowerShell) for automation and system management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and execute methodically in a remote setting.
- Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect, CISSP, or CISM.
- Experience in DevSecOps practices, cloud security architecture, and secure software development.
- Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Knowledge of network security and data privacy regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Zenius Corporation is a HUBZone-certified small business. Zenius specializes in providing Grants Management, IT Modernization, Acquisition Management, and Financial Management services to Federal agencies. Zenius is selected by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the DC Metro Area, awarded in 2024, 2021, and 2020. Zenius is also listed by Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas in 2021. Zenius is an awardee of 2019 Best of Leesburg winner (Business Management Consultant category).
Benefits
Zenius Corporation is a very employee-oriented company. Join us now and help us grow!
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid holidays and paid time off, medical insurance including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Spending Account, and flexible schedules, as per business needs. We also work with our employees on training and professional certification plans that benefit the employee.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Zenius Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Zenius complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Zenius Corporation expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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