Cyber Security Specialist

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to work on-site for a client located in Springfield, VA. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

• Analyze system performance and recommend improvements.
• Provide support to the system administration and engineering team using advanced knowledge of networking principles and system administration skills to troubleshoot systems and operating systems.
• Communicate with customers, manufacturers, vendors, and system administrators.
• Train system users and other system support personnel.
• Analyze and modify preventive maintenance checklists for system changes.
• Troubleshoot system performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Organize and prepare detailed documentation of system performance, including service request records and analysis.
• Perform desktop hardware and operating system set-up, imaging software loading, and antivirus updates.
• Conduct in‑depth research and evaluate the research of Technical Specialists to evaluate existing and future systems.
• Provide on‑site system support post‑deployment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understand SOP and SOW documentation.
• Ensure test lab equipment is maintained.
• Interface with the engineering team to ensure design efficiency.
• Interface with internal and external customers, demonstrating excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Conduct research and development of entire systems and analyze all interoperability and constructability scenarios.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and statements of work (SOW).
• Coordinate with field personnel and/or the engineering team to discuss any potential installation issues.
• Answer support calls to help field personnel and system administrators with any installation issues encountered on the job site.
• Conduct research and development on new system manufacturers (i.e., access control, intrusion detection, and closed‑circuit television systems).
• Perform research, selection, modification, design, maintenance, and/or development of Technical Security equipment and systems.
• Independently and as part of a team, review, analyze, and resolve difficult and complex technical security problems.
• Resolve or recommend solutions to overlapping and conflicting security requirements by utilizing knowledge, skills, and abilities, including the ability to interpret various directives, rules, and regulations.
• May act as a subject matter expert, requiring formal and independent learning and the ability to translate this expertise into recommendations in specific circumstances.
• Communicate orally with customers and groups on technical security‑related issues.
• Write reports to document mission events, research findings, procedures, and other technical security‑related issues.

• Minimum education and experience:
  • High School Diploma with 12+ years of experience installing, troubleshooting, and/or testing electronic security systems.
  • Associate’s degree with 10+ years of experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of experience.
  • Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience.
• System administrator experience in performing triage on system problems, resolving the problems, analyzing system data to prevent problems, and implementing new workstations and system extensions.
• Vendor certifications for electronic systems (preferred).
• Reliable attendance at the customer site during work hours required by the customer.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes occasional nights and weekends.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS.

Salary Range: $60,000 – $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal equity, location, market data, and applicable agreements.

M9 Solutions complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities.