Zero Trust Security Analyst

Zero Trust Security Analyst

Location: Hybrid – Pensacola, FL or Vienna, VA

Assignment Type: Contract Only

Duration: Approximately 18 months

Join a high-impact cybersecurity initiative focused on advancing Zero Trust architecture across a complex enterprise environment. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy deep analysis, investigating security configurations, and influencing how modern access controls are designed. You will play a critical role in evaluating existing environments, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping shape secure, scalable Zero Trust policies.

• Analyze existing network security rules, firewall configurations, and access controls to determine reuse within Zero Trust frameworks
• Evaluate identity sources such as AD, Entra , RBAC, and IGA to identify scalable, least‑privilege access models
• Assess application access patterns (web, APIs, databases, internal services) to define appropriate trust boundaries
• Identify gaps, redundancies, and overly permissive access that require remediation
• Determine whether existing controls can be leveraged or require redesign for Zero Trust enforcement
• Document and define new security objects such as user groups, address groups, and application definitions
• Produce clear, structured analysis outlining current state, reuse opportunities, and required enhancements
• Partner closely with engineering, IAM, and security teams to support application onboarding and policy design
• Ensure traceability across applications, identities, and security controls for audit readiness

• Strong understanding of network security fundamentals (firewalls, zones, L4/L7 rules)
• Experience analyzing enterprise firewall rule sets (e.g., Palo Alto)
• Familiarity with identity and access management concepts (AD, Entra , RBAC)
• Ability to interpret complex technical configurations and translate them into actionable insights
• Strong documentation and analytical skills

• Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) or user‑based firewall policies
• Exposure to IAM, IGA, or identity governance tools
• Familiarity with CMDBs, application mapping, or onboarding workflows
• Experience supporting security audits or assessments

The pay rate for this position is between $55.00 and $68.09 per hour, depending on experience and other factors.

This employer is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.