About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Government & Public Services (IT).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Join the client’s Government & Public Services practice as a Cyber Strategy Analyst focused on supporting cybersecurity-related transformation initiatives. In this entry-level consulting role you will help teams assess cyber risk, recommend improvements to security posture, and support change efforts that align cybersecurity with organizational goals.

• Support client engagements by gathering and analyzing security-related data, producing clear findings, and presenting actionable recommendations.
• Assist in designing organizational and operational changes to improve cybersecurity resilience.
• Use tools, methodologies, and accelerators to help project teams deliver on strategic objectives.
• Conduct research on cyber threats, controls, and best practices to inform client recommendations.
• Prepare polished deliverables (briefings, reports, charts) with attention to quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and build relationships with client stakeholders.
• Help lead small workstreams or tasks and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, templates, and repeatable approaches that scale across projects.

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The Team

You will be embedded in a Government & Public Services practice serving federal, state/local, higher education, and nonprofit clients. Teams blend strategy, operations, and technology skills to improve mission outcomes. Expect a collaborative culture with mentorship, on-the-job learning, and opportunities to specialize in cyber strategy and related areas.

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Qualifications — Required

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university (expected graduation by Summer 2027) OR have completed a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Security, Mathematics, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Reside within a commutable distance (e.g., ~100-mile radius) of the assigned office and able to commute daily if required.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% on average.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• At least 18 years of age at time of employment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and a high standard for quality deliverables.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively; manage competing priorities; and build professional relationships.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher.
• Internship, project, or coursework experience in cybersecurity, computer science, data analytics, information security, risk management, or related areas.
• Demonstrated interest in consulting or public-sector cybersecurity challenges.

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Compensation & Additional Info

• Estimated salary range: $88,000 — $91,000 per year. This range reflects a reasonable estimate and may vary based on experience, skills, certifications, and office location.
• This is an entry-level consulting role with opportunities to build client-facing and technical skills.
• Recruiting for this role ends on 07/26/2026 (candidates should apply promptly).
• This role requires the ability to obtain/maintain security clearance, frequent travel (~50%), and the ability to work on-site when required.
• Our client considers a wide range of factors in compensation decisions; hiring within the range depends on individual qualifications and business needs.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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