Cyber Security Specialist II/III

Warrant Technologies LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist II/III to support cybersecurity engineering and compliance execution. In this role, you will implement controls, monitor security posture, and remediate vulnerabilities across supported systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity engineering, with over 3 years of experience, and be able to manage security compliance activities effectively. An active DoD Secret clearance is required due to the nature of the position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional cybersecurity engineering experience.
• DoD 8570/8140-aligned IAM/IAT/IASAE Level I position‑based certification expectations as applicable.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or clearable to that level) required.

Responsibilities

• Supports cybersecurity engineering and compliance execution.
• Implements controls, monitors security posture, and remediates vulnerabilities.

Skills

Experience supporting RMF/cyber compliance

Familiarity with vulnerability scanning

Ability to coordinate remediation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics with a computer-science concentration

Job description

Description

The Cyber Security Specialist II/III supports cybersecurity engineering and compliance execution in a NAVSEA Program Office Support role. This role helps implement controls, monitor security posture, and remediate vulnerabilities across supported systems. This position is contingent upon award. Award is expected in 3-6 months.

Requirements

• Experience supporting RMF/cyber compliance activities in defense or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning, control validation, and security documentation workflows.
• Ability to coordinate remediation with system and software team.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics with a computer-science concentration.
• 3+ years of professional cybersecurity engineering experience.
• DoD 8570/8140-aligned IAM/IAT/IASAE Level I position‑based certification expectations as applicable.
• Demonstrated ability to support security control implementation and risk reduction.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or clearable to that level) required due to support for classified programs and facilities.