About the job
Role overview
The Senior Security Analyst at Appian will join the Customer Success team in McLean, Virginia. This position centers on supporting federal clients by shaping and securing solutions built with Appian technologies. The analyst works closely with government partners to develop cybersecurity strategies and high-level designs for both private cloud and on-premise environments.
What you will do
- Advise federal clients on designing and implementing secure solutions using Appian technologies
- Contribute to cybersecurity strategies for private cloud and on-premise deployments
- Guide clients through the government IT security authorization process
- Assist in developing System Security Packages (SSPs)
- Collaborate with senior cyber advisors to apply the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) procedures
- Gain hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Microsoft Azure
- Help design managed services tailored to government requirements
Who thrives here
- People with a strong interest in cybersecurity and a drive to develop secure solutions for federal clients
- Those eager to learn about cloud platforms and federal security frameworks
- Individuals ready to work closely with experienced mentors and build foundational skills for a long-term cybersecurity career
Location and collaboration
This position is based at Appian Headquarters in McLean, Virginia. Employees in this role are expected on-site 4-5 days per week to support teamwork and shared problem-solving. Appian values in-person collaboration for this team.

