Cybersecurity Specialist - Level III

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist - Level III with a strong background in IT and cybersecurity to support critical federal programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in cloud security architecture, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and cybersecurity compliance documentation. Must be capable of working independently and as part of a larger security team, ensuring organizational cyber resilience and compliance with federal standards.

Secret Clearance is required for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage cloud security architecture solutions in accordance with industry best practices and federal requirements.
• Lead and manage the development of System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and other required artifacts to support the RMF process.
• Utilize SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, QRadar) to monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents and threats.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate cybersecurity throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans; coordinate and track remediation activities.
• Support audits and inspections related to cybersecurity posture and compliance.
• Provide expertise and guidance on cybersecurity policy, controls, and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Secret Clearance - Required
• 5-7 years of experience in general IT or cybersecurity roles.
• Hands-on knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud security best practices.
• Demonstrated experience with RMF process, including SSP and POA&M creation.
• Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity compliance standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FedRAMP).
• Proficiency in using SIEM tools such as Splunk.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active CISSP or CISM certification.
• Experience working in federal or DoD environments.
• Prior experience supporting ATO (Authorization to Operate) processes.