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<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Cybersecurity Data Insights Analyst</h4>
Job Summary 
Lafayette Group is seeking experienced professionals to provide advanced consulting support for federal cybersecurity programs. The Cybersecurity Data Insights Analyst supports data-informed decision-making across the client enterprise. This role produces actionable solutions to active real-world cyber threats, ensuring that the right people are receiving the right information at the right time. This position involves developing a deep understanding of the client&rsquo;s mission and priorities, anticipating client needs, and translating them into actionable insights by asking the right questions, analyzing and cleaning the data, and designing clear, visually compelling stories that support decision-making.
 
The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced, collaborative team member who shares our passion for supporting cybersecurity, has an innate curiosity to learn, and the drive to excel with a team of like-minded colleagues in a dynamic environment. 
 
Job Responsibilities<ul><li>
Partner with client stakeholders to identify and document objectives, opportunities for improvement, and decision-making needs to optimize client performance and efficiency.</li><li>
Bridge communication gaps within diverse communities by facilitating information to help unify cyber defense capabilities from government, industry and international organizations.</li><li>
Work closely with clients to understand their needs and pain points and translate those into meaningful recommendations and visual presentations.</li><li>
Analyze and interpret existing datasets and dashboards to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform strategic decisions and drive mission outcomes.</li><li>
Help transform partner information and outreach data into clear narratives that highlight the real impact of the office and guide client focus for executive briefings and reports.</li><li>
Synthesize information from multiple sources into clear insights and visual use cases using tools such as MS lists, Power BI, and Excel to inform project decision-points.
</li><li>Support the maturation of data practices by helping to define and implement data governance standards and reporting procedures.</li><li>
Work with client stakeholders to prioritize database/dashboard elements in terms of mission benefit and provide recommendations to support the effective collection, analysis, and reporting of partner information.</li><li>
Respond to ad hoc client needs arising from a dynamic, continually changing environment, by adjusting strategy, reprioritizing work as needed, and proactively documenting and communicating the resulting impacts.</li></ul> 

Required Skills<ul><li>
Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Suitability (EOD).</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (or equivalent experience) in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems management, mathematics, engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
</li><li>5+ years of front-line consulting experience with a proven track record of delivering data analytics work products that address questions and decisions of central importance to clients&rsquo; missions.</li><li>
Expert proficiency in using tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, MS Lists, Excel, Slack, and CRM software to organize and present pertinent information in intuitive, useful formats.</li><li>
Keen understanding of the value of data quality and its importance to effective data analytics.
</li><li>Ability to identify strategic improvements independently and brief peers or leadership accordingly.</li><li>
Ability to contextualize analytical findings within broader geopolitical contexts, international relations, and the cyber defense environment.
</li><li>Assess data quality, reliability, and analytical limitations, and communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
</li><li>Support data governance, reporting procedures, and continuous improvement of analytical processes and workflows.
</li><li>Experience generating data products and reports that organize data analysis in a consumable format for a broad range of stakeholders, including interactive data visualizations and infographics.</li><li>
Ability to articulate essential quality aspects of available data to clients and limitations of what can be learned from them.</li><li>
Ability to take initiative as a self-starter, ask clarifying questions, and take directions.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to learn quickly in a dynamic, collaborative environment.</li><li>
Familiarity with the operations and mission of DHS CISA, JCDC, or other federal cybersecurity organizations.</li></ul> 

Desired Skills<ul><li>
Intermediate understanding of communication and knowledge management tools to support cybersecurity operations</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills of technical and non-technical materials.</li><li>
Federal Consulting Experience in a fast-paced matrixed environment.</li><li>
Experience in supporting or coordinating projects in any domain.</li><li>
Ability to coordinate multiple project efforts with competing priorities.</li><li>
Strong understanding of data visualization and storytelling</li></ul> 
Desired Start Date: 7/20/2026
Location: Arlington, VA; on-site 3 days per week 
 
Salary Range: $80,000-$115,000 
LGI carefully considers various factors when determining salary, including but not limited to education and training, professional experience, knowledge, skills and competencies, licensure and certifications, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. New employees are not usually hired at the top of the estimated salary range and salary decisions depend on the circumstances and factors for each case. Salary is only one aspect of LGI&rsquo;s generous total compensation package. 
 
Federal Contracts: This position involves working on federal contracts that require all workers on the contract to be U.S. Citizens. Additionally, some contracts may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. 
 
LGI is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact talent@lafayettegroup.com. This email address is for accommodation requests only. Non-related messages will be disregarded. 
Lafayette Group provides equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibits employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. 
 
Equal Opportunity Employer, Including disabled and veterans 
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Cybersecurity Data Insights Analyst

<div><div>Part-Time Cyber Risk &amp; Metrics Subject Matter Expert (SME)</div> 

Job Summary: Lafayette Group is seeking an experienced risk expert to work with federal government organizations in support of national cybersecurity programs. The Cyber Risk &amp; Metrics SME will provide strategic and analytical expertise to strengthen the development, measurement, and effectiveness of cybersecurity products and initiatives that support coordinated cyber defense across government and critical infrastructure sectors. This role focuses on helping organizations understand, communicate, and prioritize cybersecurity risks through data-driven insights, performance measurement, and risk-informed decision-making. The successful candidate will support cybersecurity product development, stakeholder engagement efforts, product performance evaluation, customer experience initiatives, and strategic planning activities by applying cyber risk management principles, performance metrics, and analytical methodologies. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities, experience working with cybersecurity programs, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for executive and operational audiences. 
 
Job Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Provide subject matter expertise related to cybersecurity risk management, risk communication, and cyber risk measurement.
</li><li>Support the development of cybersecurity products, guidance, frameworks, and strategic communications intended for government and critical infrastructure stakeholders.
</li><li>Design and implement performance measurement frameworks to evaluate product effectiveness, stakeholder adoption, and mission impact.
</li><li>Develop quantitative and qualitative metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to support executive decision-making.
</li><li>Analyze cyber risk data, stakeholder feedback, engagement metrics, and operational information to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
</li><li>Support customer experience and stakeholder engagement initiatives by developing methodologies to assess stakeholder needs, behaviors, and outcomes.
</li><li>Conduct research and analysis of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, emerging risks, and sector-specific challenges.
</li><li>Develop executive briefings, reports, white papers, and strategic recommendations.
</li><li>Facilitate workshops, working groups, and stakeholder engagements focused on cybersecurity risk and performance measurement.
</li><li>Collaborate with cybersecurity subject matter experts, product developers, communications professionals, and government leadership to ensure products are aligned with stakeholder priorities and mission objectives.</li></ul> 

Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Risk Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Public Policy, or related field.
</li><li>10+ years of professional experience supporting cybersecurity programs, cyber risk management, risk assessment, cyber analytics, or related disciplines.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience applying cyber risk management frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), or similar methodologies.
</li><li>Experience developing performance measures, KPIs, dashboards, or metrics programs.
</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
</li><li>Experience translating technical cybersecurity concepts into executive-level communications and recommendations.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
</li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain suitability, including successful completion of background investigation and fingerprinting requirements.</li></ul> 

Desired Qualifications: 
Candidates who bring one or more of the following complementary skill areas are especially encouraged to apply:<ul><li>
Experience supporting DHS, CISA, NSA, FBI Cyber, DoD Cyber Components, or critical infrastructure cybersecurity programs.
</li><li>Experience conducting cyber risk assessments, maturity assessments, or enterprise risk analyses.
</li><li>Experience developing cybersecurity performance measurement frameworks or product effectiveness metrics.
</li><li>Experience with cybersecurity data analytics, visualization, and reporting platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, Splunk, or Elastic.
</li><li>Familiarity with MITRE ATT&amp;CK, Cyber Kill Chain, CVSS, CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV), or related cyber risk methodologies.
</li><li>Experience supporting executive cyber risk reporting and strategic planning efforts.
</li><li>Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, CISM, Security+, CGRC, PMP, or Certified Data Analyst certifications.
</li><li>Experience supporting cyber threat intelligence, vulnerability management, or cyber defense operations.</li></ul> 

Location: Arlington, VA/Hybrid or Remote 
 
Federal Contracts: This position involves working on federal contracts that require all workers on the contract to be U.S. Citizens. Additionally, some contracts may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. 
 
Pay Range: $65/hr - $75/hr (est. 20hrs/week) 
 
LGI carefully considers various factors when determining salary, including but not limited to education and training, professional experience, knowledge, skills and competencies, licensure and certifications, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. New employees are not usually hired at the top of the estimated salary range and salary decisions depend on the circumstances and factors for each case. Salary is only one aspect of LGI&rsquo;s generous total compensation package. 
 
Lafayette Group provides equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibits employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. 
 
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Cybersecurity Data Insights Analyst

Part-Time Cyber Risk & Metrics Subject Matter Expert (SME)