Center for Internet Security

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The Senior Financial Analyst, Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) is part of the Operations and Security Services (OSS) department and reports to SVP of MS-ISAC. As our Senior Financial Analyst, MS-ISAC, you will be a senior individual contributor responsible for providing high-impact financial leadership, planning, analysis, and operational support for the MS-ISAC program. In this role, you will drive financial strategy and execution across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and decision support. This position functions as the primary financial advisor for MS-ISAC leadership, owning program-level financial models, multi-scenario projections, operational insights, and spend optimization recommendations. This role requires strong financial acumen, excellent modeling and planning capabilities, and the ability to translate complex operational requirements into actionable financial plans that resonate with executive leaders. You will partner closely with CIS Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Accounting, Contracts & Grants, and program managers to ensure alignment between operational objectives, funding sources, and long-term financial sustainability. What You'll Do: Lead the annual budgeting process for the MS-ISAC, including forecasting, cost modeling, headcount planning, and long-range financial projections Develop and maintain detailed multi-scenario financial models that align program growth, operational changes, and funding strategies Provide monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and actionable insights directly to executive leadership Serve as primary financial advisor to MS-ISAC leadership, supporting strategic planning, operational decision-making, and funding optimization Partner with FP&A and Accounting teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition, cost allocations, and forecasting methodologies Monitor and evaluate financial performance drivers, identifying risks, opportunities, and operational efficiency improvements Develop financial dashboards, metrics, and reporting packages tailored to program-level needs and executive-level audiences Review budget submissions across MS-ISAC divisions to ensure alignment with program priorities and available funding Support quarterly re-forecasting cycles, resource planning, and strategic initiatives requiring financial evaluation Ensure accurate financial inputs into Workday, Adaptive Planning, and other CIS systems Perform ad-hoc analysis and provide rapid-response financial guidance to support emerging operational requirements Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned What You'll Need: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field* 5+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or related finance functions Demonstrated experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder operational environments Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills Proven ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to executive leadership Deep understanding of budgeting practices, variance analysis, cost modeling, and revenue recognition principles Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ownership Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint Must be authorized to work in the United States It's a Plus if You Have: 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or financial analysis Experience using Workday and Adaptive Planning Experience serving as a finance business partner supporting operational or program leadership Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations Experience developing and presenting financial reporting packages for senior executives Experience with allocation models, cost analysis, and operational ROI assessments Experience with CRM software, preferably Salesforce *Additional years of relevant experience or a combination of an Associate’s degree or equivalent and relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree. At CIS, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment in which the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and views of our employees, members, and customers are valued and respected. It is through this commitment that we are able to work together towards our common mission: to make the connected world a safer place. Compensation Range: $75,000.00 - $129,300.00 Welcome to our employment section. Here you can view our current job openings and apply for positions online. Can't decide on just one opening? Our online application system allows you to easily apply to additional positions, after creating your profile! CIS takes pride in providing a comprehensive benefits package and supportive work environment. We offer a competitive total rewards package at the Center for Internet Security: Base salary is determined on a number of factors including, but not limited to, education, experience and skills Health (PPO, EPO, HSA), Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire $500 wellness card for Health Coverage Participants 401(k) with 4% Company Match, vested from the first day of hire Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA) Life Insurance Bonding Leave Paid Volunteering Program Bonus eligibility Paid Time Off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, personal and sick time Paid Holidays Wellness Program Employee Engagement Activities Professional Development Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan PayDown Program Employee Referral program Employee Assistance Program The Center for Internet Security (CIS) makes the connected world a safer place for people, businesses, and governments through our core competencies of collaboration and innovation. We are a community-driven nonprofit responsible for industry-leading best practices for securing IT systems and data. CIS is also a trusted resource for cyber threat prevention, protection, response, and recovery for U.S. State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (SLTT) government entities and election offices. CIS has an award-winning reputation for investing in its people (click here to learn more), as well as continuous learning and development. We offer our employees diverse opportunities to expand their impact personally and professionally, in their local communities, and among one another. Core Leadership Principles drive our employees at every level of the organization, empowering them to be leaders in everything they do. We are a community-driven nonprofit, responsible for the CIS Controls® and CIS Benchmarks™, globally recognized best practices for securing IT systems and data. We lead a global community of IT professionals to continuously evolve these standards and provide products and services to proactively safeguard against emerging threats. Our CIS Hardened Images® provide secure, on-demand, scalable computing environments in the cloud. CIS is home to the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center® (MS-ISAC®), the trusted resource for cyber threat prevention, protection, response, and recovery for U.S. State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial government entities, and the Elections Infrastructure Information Sharing and Analysis Center® (EI-ISAC®), which supports the rapidly changing cybersecurity needs of U.S. elections offices.