Cybersecurity Specialist (RMF/IL-6) - ACWS
Requirements at a glance
Cybersecurity Specialist (RMF/IL-6) - ACWS at Data Systems Analysts, Inc. is a full-time role based in Washington DC. The posting mentions 8+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree. It does not mention visa sponsorship. It lists a Top Secret clearance requirement. Key skills include AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Applications are submitted through Greenhouse.
- Experience
- 8+ years (mentioned)
- Education
- Bachelor's degree (mentioned)
- Visa sponsorship
- Not mentioned in the posting
- Security clearance
- Top Secret
- Application platform
- Greenhouse
Skills in this posting
- AWS
- Azure
- Google Cloud
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Cybersecurity Specialist IL6 Summary: Leads security by integrating controls across development and operations, monitoring vulnerabilities, protecting system data, and supporting compliance across environments and delivery pipelines.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related field.
- Top Secret DoD Clearance
- DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification, such as CISSP or equivalent IAM Level III certification..
- 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity for DoD systems.
- Demonstrated experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve/maintain an ATO.
- Experience with DoD IL5/IL6 security controls, SIPR/IL6 environments, vulnerability management, and managing cleared personnel in a cleared facility.
- Experience implementing cybersecurity controls in enterprise systems
- Knowledge of vulnerability management, security monitoring, access controls, and secure pipeline practices
- Ability to assess risks, support incident response, and coordinate with DevSecOps and infrastructure teams
- Experience supporting cloud environments, with knowledge of common platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Working knowledge of AI concepts and practical applications
- Top 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
- Appian-based solutions in federal or regulated environments strongly preferred
Responsibilities:
- Lead implementation of cybersecurity controls across ACWS environments and pipelines
- Monitor vulnerabilities and support risk mitigation activities
- Coordinate RMF, compliance, and security response efforts
- Collaborate with DevSecOps, infrastructure, and program teams to protect system data and operations
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