Cybersecurity Specialist - ACWS Security Clearance

Position: Cybersecurity Specialist - ACWS with Security Clearance
Location: Fort Dix

New Cybersecurity Specialist - ACWS Fort Dix, NJ Apply 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, Dev Sec Ops  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 Dev Sec Ops  pipelines, access controls, incident response, and security operations.
* Coordinate assessments, audits, and compliance activities to strengthen ACWS security posture and maintain authorization. #DSA
209 #LE-JE1 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 Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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