Zero Trust Security Analyst -- 16719

Position Title:

Zero Trust Security Analyst

Location:

Vienna, VA or Pensacola, FL

Position Status:

Contract W2

Pay Rate:

$55.00/hour

Position Description:

Seneca Resources is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Zero Trust Security Analyst to support a large-scale enterprise Zero Trust transformation initiative. This role is ideal for cybersecurity professionals with experience in network security analysis, identity and access management, firewall policy review, and Zero Trust architecture support.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in analyzing existing network security and identity access configurations to determine what can be reused, refined, or redesigned to support modern Zero Trust security policies. This position focuses on security analysis, discovery, documentation, and readiness assessment rather than hands-on rule implementation.

You will collaborate closely with Zero Trust Engineers, IAM teams, application owners, and network security teams to ensure policies align with least-privilege principles while minimizing operational disruption and unnecessary duplication of controls.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about cybersecurity strategy, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), identity-based security, and enterprise security modernization.

Key Responsibilities:

Zero Trust Discovery & Security Analysis

• Analyze enterprise firewall rules, network segmentation policies, address groups, and identity-based access controls to support Zero Trust initiatives.
• Review existing identity sources including Active Directory (AD), Entra ID, RBAC models, and IGA structures to identify reusable access models.
• Evaluate application access patterns across web, API, database, console, and internal services environments.
• Identify overly permissive security rules, policy gaps, and overlapping controls requiring remediation.

Zero Trust Readiness & Policy Assessment

• Assess existing security controls and determine readiness for Zero Trust enforcement.
• Recommend reuse or redesign of firewall policies, user groups, application definitions, and security objects.
• Validate proposed Zero Trust access requirements using least-privilege security principles.
• Support application onboarding and Zero Trust policy alignment initiatives.

Documentation & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Produce detailed security analysis documentation outlining:

• Current-state security configurations

• Reusable controls and access structures

• Net-new security objects and dependencies

• Partner with Zero Trust Engineering and security operations teams to support implementation planning.

• Maintain audit-ready traceability between applications, security objects, identity groups, and Zero Trust policies.

• Assist with compliance reviews, security assessments, and governance initiatives.

Required Skills/Education:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, network security analysis, IAM, or Zero Trust security environments.
• Strong understanding of enterprise network security fundamentals including firewalls, security zones, and Layer 4/Layer 7 policies.
• Experience analyzing enterprise firewall rule bases such as Palo Alto Networks or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with identity and access management concepts including Active Directory, Entra ID, RBAC, and group-based access controls.
• Ability to interpret complex security configurations and translate findings into actionable technical requirements.
• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience working within enterprise security, infrastructure, or cloud transformation programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) frameworks or user-based firewall policies.
• Exposure to IAM, Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), or access governance tools.
• Familiarity with CMDB platforms, service onboarding workflows, and application dependency mapping.
• Prior experience supporting security audits, compliance initiatives, or risk assessments.
• Knowledge of least-privilege access models and modern Zero Trust architecture principles.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• High-impact cybersecurity initiative supporting enterprise Zero Trust transformation.
• Collaborative environment working alongside engineering, IAM, and security architecture teams.
• Opportunity to influence modern access control and network security strategy.
• Long-term project stability with multiple openings available.
• Competitive hourly compensation and strong career growth potential.

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, youre choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path.

Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.