Job Description

Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III

Springfield, VA, United States (On-site)

Job Title: Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III

Job Code: ITS997

Location: Springfield, VA

Reports to: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority

Prepared Date: 9/29/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Position Summary:

Cherokee Preting LLC is seeking a mission-focused Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III to support and contribute to our government customer's success in Springfield, VA.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III: $110,000 - $118,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:
• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn't just a promise, it's part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:
• Under broad direction, operates and manages all aspects of Information Systems, data availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation.
• Implements and monitors security measures for communication systems, networks, and provide advice that systems and personnel adhere to established security standards and Governmental requirements for security on these systems.
• Develops and executes security policies, plans, and procedures; designs and implements data network security measures; operates Network Intrusion Detection and Forensics; conducts performance analysis of Information Systems security incidents; develops Continuity of Operation (COOP)/Disaster Recovery (DR) plans and supports certification of Information Systems and Networks.
• Supervises operation of Electronic Key Management System, other information security duties, and Public Key Infrastructure.
• Operates Host Based Security System (HBSS), firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, other point of presence security tools, Virtual Private Networks, and related security operations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Must meet one of the following:

• High School Diploma and minimum of ten (10) years of related experience
• Associates Degree and minimum of eight (8) years of related experience
• Bachelor's Degree and minimum of six (6) years of related experience
• Master's Degree and minimum of four (4) years of experience
• Ability to develop new concepts and processes.
• Ability to analyze root causes and resolve issues.
• Ability to support junior level technicians and specialists in their activities.
• Ability to perform all tasks of lower level technicians or specialists.
• Ability to work individually, actively participate on integrated teams, and lead a task, project or team.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.