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Cybersecurity Specialist - ACWS

Washington, DCOnsiteFull Time$135,000–$145,000 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • IL-5 environment
  • continuous monitoring
  • vulnerability remediation
  • security documentation
  • control support
  • compliance activities
  • RMF
  • NIST controls
  • STIGs
  • POA&M management

Nice to have

  • federal security requirements
  • eMASS coordination
  • IL5/IL6 environments
  • low-code platforms
  • mission systems
  • Appian-based solutions

Role summary

Seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to perform continuous monitoring, vulnerability remediation, security documentation, control support, and compliance activities within an IL-5 environment. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, RMF, vulnerability management, or secure operations. A DoD 8140-compliant certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+) and knowledge of NIST controls, STIGs, POA&M, access control, incident response, risk assessment, and compliance documentation are essential. Experience securing cloud-hosted environments and DevSecOps pipelines in a DoD context is required. An active Secret clearance is mandatory. Desired qualifications include familiarity with federal security requirements, eMASS, IL5/IL6 environments, and Appian-based solutions.

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Cybersecurity Specialist Summary: Performs continuous monitoring, vulnerability remediation, security documentation, control support, and compliance activities for the IL-5 environment.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
  • 4+ Years supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, or secure operations.
  • DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification, such as CISSP or equivalent baseline certification meeting both IAT Level III and IAM Level III requirements.
  • Knowledge of NIST controls, STIGs, POA&M management, access control, incident response, risk assessment, vulnerability remediation, audit readiness, and compliance documentation.
  • DoD experience securing cloud-hosted environments, DevSecOps pipelines, application platforms, databases, and enterprise integrations.
  • Active Secret clearance

    • Desired Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with federal security requirements, eMASS coordination, IL5/IL6 environments, low-code platforms, and compliance support for mission systems is strongly desired
  • Experience with Appian-based solutions in federal or regulated environments strongly preferred

    • Responsibilities:

  • Implement and validate RMF security controls across ACWS applications, infrastructure, cloud services, and integrations.
  • Conduct STIG compliance reviews, vulnerability assessments, security scans, and remediation tracking.
  • Maintain RMF, ATO, POA&M, continuous-monitoring, and audit evidence
  • Support secure DevSecOps pipelines, access controls, incident response, and security operations.
  • Coordinate assessments, audits, and compliance activities to strengthen ACWS security posture and maintain authorization.

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    The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

    DSA - Salary Pay Range$135,000—$145,000 USD

    Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.

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