At Aperio, we believe in securing the mission through innovation, integrity, and excellence. Our team works across the Defense and Intelligence Communities to provide cutting-edge cybersecurity, risk management, and operational support solutions. We offer a dynamic work environment, excellent benefits, and a commitment to your personal and professional growth.
Aperio Global is seeking a mission-focused
Cybersecurity Vulnerability Analyst to support cybersecurity operations in Colorado Springs. In this role, you will serve as a Security Control Assessor-Representative (SCA-R) for High Risk Escalation (HRE) activities and execute a risk escalation framework to ensure high-risk cyber vulnerabilities are prioritized and addressed. You will collaborate directly with mission owners, intelligence teams, and cyber planners to assess operational risk, define risk tolerances, and provide leadership with actionable risk dashboards.
- Prepare, modernize, and support the Security Control Assessor (SCA) as a SCA-Representative (SCA-R) for HRE operations.
- Execute a risk escalation framework to identify, prioritize, and escalate high-risk cybersecurity vulnerabilities for mitigation or operational acceptance.
- Deliver operational risk assessments highlighting the mission impacts of cyber threats to supported organizations and subordinate units.
- Work with mission owners, intelligence teams, and cyber planners to determine risk tolerance levels and define acceptable risk thresholds for cyberspace operations.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and visualizations to facilitate leadership input and strategic discussions on cyber risk posture.
- Assist in the development and refinement of policies and procedures supporting cybersecurity vulnerability management and risk escalation processes.
REQUIRED: - Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Experience in cybersecurity risk management, security assessment, or cyber operations within the DoD or Intelligence Community (IC).
- Deep understanding of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, threat landscapes, and operational risk impacts.
- Familiarity with SCA/SCA-R processes and High Risk Escalation (HRE) cyber activities.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex risk information into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
- Proficient in developing operational dashboards and risk management visualizations for leadership decision-making.
- Excellent collaboration skills with both technical and operational stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications: DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II certification
Prior experience working directly with combatant commands or similar operational environments.
Background in developing risk escalation frameworks and cybersecurity risk management policies.
Understanding of intelligence processes and cyber threat integration into mission planning.
Journeyman Level Requires Bachelors and 3-10 years of experience, or High School and 11-14 years. Salary is 120,000-128,000
Senior Level requires Masters and 10+ years of experience, or Bachelors and 12+ years. Salary is 140,000-150,000
Benefits At Aperio Global, we understand the value of investing in our most important asset-our employees. That's why we have crafted a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you make the best decision for yourself, your family and your lifestyle. For additional details, contact our talent acquisition team.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- (and much more)
Aperio Global is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without discrimination or harassment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We adhere to all legal requirements prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.