Cybersecurity Specialist - ACWS

Data Systems Analysts, Inc.

$135K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, or secure operations
  • DoD 8140-compliant certification (CISSP, CASP+, CySA+ or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of NIST controls, STIGs, and compliance documentation
  • Experience securing cloud-hosted environments and DevSecOps pipelines
  • Active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

  • Implement and validate RMF security controls across applications and cloud services
  • Conduct STIG compliance reviews and vulnerability assessments
  • Maintain RMF, ATO, and continuous-monitoring evidence
  • Support secure DevSecOps pipelines and incident response
  • Coordinate compliance activities to enhance security posture

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Opportunities for advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
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
  • 5+ Years supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, or secure operations.
  • DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CASP+, CySA+ or equivalent compliant certification
  • 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

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