Security Data Specialist

Assurit is currently seeking an experienced Security Data Specialist to support one of our clients.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Security Data Specialist with strong systems engineering leadership experience and the ability to analyze information requirements, evaluate workflow challenges, and design effective solutions. This role is responsible for assessing system processes, identifying operational problems, developing corrective actions, and providing daily guidance to technical staff. The specialist will work with real-time and interactive data systems, ensuring accurate acquisition, processing, and integration of information across mission‑critical environments.

Location: Periodic onsite work at various locations throughout the State of Maryland.

• Analyze information requirements to understand data flows, operational needs, and system dependencies.
• Evaluate workflow inefficiencies, organizational challenges, and planning gaps across system operations.
• Develop and recommend corrective actions that enhance system performance, data quality, and operational efficiency.
• Provide daily supervision, guidance, and technical direction to system engineers and supporting staff.
• Oversee the use, integration, and optimization of interactive and interpretative systems for real‑time data acquisition.
• Collaborate with engineering, security, and operations teams to ensure systems function reliably and securely.
• Document system processes, improvement plans, and technical procedures to support ongoing operations.
• Ensure that system activities align with mission requirements, security policies, and performance expectations.
• Support troubleshooting efforts, identify root causes, and coordinate timely resolution of complex technical issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field; or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3+ years of experience supervising system engineers or leading technical teams.
• Demonstrated experience working with real‑time, online, interactive systems requiring accurate data acquisition and system responsiveness.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate workflows, identify issues, and develop practical technical solutions.
• Experience supporting systems engineering activities across complex IT environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to provide direction and collaborate across teams.
• Ability to document findings, corrective actions, and procedures clearly and effectively.

• Experience in secure or regulated environments such as federal, defense, or critical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies, data lifecycle processes, and real‑time system architectures.
• Experience with workflow optimization, process analysis, or operations research.

Assurit is an award winning, certified small business headquartered in Fairfax, VA. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package inclusive of medical and dental coverage, as well as paid time off.

Founded in 2013, Assurit has become a trusted provider of cybersecurity expertise to customers across federal, state and local governments, as well as the commercial sector. We are an employee‑centric organization that focuses on the growth and development of our greatest asset – our people. We believe that if our Team is trained and educated, we will always be able to deliver our promise of customer success.

If you enjoy work environments focused on continuous learning and growth, Assurit will be a great fit for you.

Whether you saw a specific job opening of ours or are simply interested in learning more about building your career at Assurit, feel free submit your resume . Based on your request, the appropriate individual within our organization will get back to you within 2 business days.

Assurit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.