Cybersecurity Specialist (On-Site)

Oneida ESC Group

$80K — $110K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance roles.
  • Strong understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for security assessments.
  • Proven ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analyses.
  • Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies and standards, including DoDI 8500-series.
  • Experience with IAVA mitigation and validation activities.
  • Hands-on knowledge of cybersecurity technologies like IDS and endpoint protection solutions.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Protect information systems and data assets through comprehensive cybersecurity measures.
  • Implement and sustain security controls to maintain information system integrity.
  • Conduct security assessments and manage Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
  • Execute vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
  • Develop security policies and controls to enhance organizational security posture.
  • Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents effectively.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with security protocols.

Benefits

  • 15 Days of Paid Time Off
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Eye Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement support
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Oneida Professional Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to support the Defense Information School (DINFOS) Technology & Logistics Support Services contract at Fort Meade, Maryland. This position is responsible for protecting information systems, networks, applications, and data through the implementation of cybersecurity policies, security controls, risk management practices, and continuous monitoring activities.

The successful candidate will support cybersecurity operations, vulnerability management, incident response, compliance efforts, and security engineering initiatives to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of DINFOS information systems. This role requires extensive experience with Department of Defense cybersecurity frameworks, risk management processes, and enterprise security technologies.

*This position is contingent on the award of a federal contract

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the security and protection of information systems, networks, applications, and data assets.
  • Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.
  • Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including security assessments, authorization packages, and continuous monitoring efforts.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and security reviews to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
  • Develop and recommend information system security policies, procedures, and security controls.
  • Monitor and respond to cybersecurity incidents, investigate security events, and coordinate remediation activities.
  • Support Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) mitigation, testing, validation, and deployment activities.
  • Configure, maintain, and monitor cybersecurity technologies including endpoint protection, intrusion detection systems, anti-malware solutions, and related security tools.
  • Administer and maintain Host-Based Security System (HBSS) capabilities and related security platforms.
  • Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for identified vulnerabilities and security concerns.
  • Research emerging cybersecurity technologies and recommend solutions that strengthen the organization's security posture.
  • Collaborate with network engineers, systems administrators, developers, and government stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity compliance and operational effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain security documentation, procedures, reports, and compliance artifacts.


Requirements

Required Qualifications
  • Experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or information security programs in a professional environment.
  • Strong knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements.
  • Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, security reviews, and risk analyses.
  • Knowledge of DoD Information Assurance policies, standards, and guidance, including DoDI 8500-series requirements.
  • Experience supporting IAVA mitigation, validation, testing, and implementation activities.
  • Experience configuring and administering cybersecurity technologies such as intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection platforms, anti-malware solutions, and related security tools.
  • Experience maintaining and supporting Host-Based Security System (HBSS) environments.
  • Experience conducting incident response, risk assessments, and cybersecurity remediation efforts.
  • Knowledge of security controls, compliance requirements, and cybersecurity best practices.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
  • CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cybersecurity certification.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense, military, or federal government cybersecurity programs.
  • Experience with eMASS, ACAS, SIEM platforms, vulnerability management tools, and continuous monitoring programs.
  • Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity frameworks and security control implementation.
  • Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) packages and cybersecurity compliance initiatives.
  • Knowledge of cloud security concepts and hybrid infrastructure environments.

Security Requirements
  • Active Secret Clearance required.
  • Ability to maintain eligibility for access to classified information throughout employment.
  • Experience supporting secure Department of Defense or federal government environments is highly desirable.


Benefits (FEDERAL):
  • 15 Days of Paid Time Off
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental, and Eye Insurance
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Multiple Voluntary Medical Benefits

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