Cyber Security Specialist II (Mid-Level)

Stratas Corporation, Inc.; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company matching

Job summary

StratasCorp is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist II (Mid-Level) to protect DoD MCEN environments, maintain security configurations, monitor incidents, and enforce compliance across enterprise networks.

The role requires five years in cybersecurity, a Security+ certification, and a Secret clearance, with hands-on experience in HBSS, SIEM, and RMF processes. The position is full-time on-site at a secure government facility in the Virginia region.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of cybersecurity, information assurance, network security, or related experience.
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Active Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Protect, monitor, and maintain information systems security across enterprise networks.
• Support DoD, Marine Corps, and government cybersecurity requirements.
• Configure and monitor security tools (HBSS, SIEM, IPS/IDPS, VPN).
• Conduct security incident investigations and remediation support.
• Participate in RMF and certification/ accreditation activities.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Threat detection

Incident investigation

Security monitoring

Vulnerability management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

HBSS

Tenable SecurityCenter

RedSeal

McAfee SIEM

Imperva WAF

Job description

Cyber Security Specialist II (Mid-Level) - (STRTS8031_COMPANY_1.1)

At StratasCorp, our mission strives to put employees first while still being recognized as a leader in the Department of Defense Information Technology sector. We believe in a continuing pursuit of customer satisfaction and operational excellence while exceling in service innovation. We are looking for employees who value corporate culture, leadership, diversity, and commitment to quality, because we are #TeamStratas.

Location

Category

Information Technology

Job Description

The Cyber Security Specialist II is responsible for protecting, monitoring, and maintaining Information Systems (IS) security across enterprise networks and mission-critical environments supporting Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN) operations. This position ensures the confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation of information systems through the implementation and management of cybersecurity tools, security policies, incident response processes, and defensive cyber operations.

The incumbent will support cybersecurity compliance initiatives, perform continuous monitoring activities, investigate security incidents, maintain security infrastructure, and ensure adherence to Department of Defense (DoD), Marine Corps, and Government cybersecurity requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Information Assurance & Security Operations

• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation of information systems and data.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor cybersecurity controls across enterprise networks and communication systems.
• Verify compliance with established security policies, standards, and government regulations.
• Develop, implement, and execute government-approved information security policies, procedures, and plans.

Defensive Cyber Operations

• Identify, analyze, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.
• Conduct forensic analysis and support remediation activities following cybersecurity events.
• Monitor security alerts and vulnerabilities utilizing automated cybersecurity tools.
• Produce cybersecurity metrics, reports, and operational statistics.

Network Security Management

• Implement and maintain network security measures to protect information systems and infrastructure.
• Operate, manage, and monitor:
  • Host-Based Security System (HBSS)
  • Firewalls
  • Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
  • Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
  • Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
  • Web and Database Firewalls
  • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms
  • Other security tools and technologies
• Ensure workstations and servers remain compliant with Marine Corps cybersecurity requirements.
• Conduct security assessments and support vulnerability management activities.
• Monitor and analyze system and network security events utilizing:
  • McAfee HBSS
  • Tenable SecurityCenter
  • RedSeal
  • McAfee SIEM
  • Imperva Web Application Firewall (WAF)
  • Related cybersecurity platforms
• Support information security incident handling and reporting.
• Participate in incident containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons-learned activities.
• Assist with Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) initiatives.
• Support certification, accreditation, and authorization activities for information systems and networks.

Security Infrastructure Administration

• Operate and maintain Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) components.
• Support Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) operations.
• Manage and monitor network intrusion detection and forensic systems.
• Assist with implementation of enterprise security architectures and defensive cybersecurity measures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of cybersecurity, information assurance, network security, or related experience.

Certifications

• Current CompTIA Security+ certification required.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Marine Corps network environments.
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity regulations, directives, and security standards.
• Experience with security incident response and digital forensics.
• Familiarity with enterprise vulnerability management tools and compliance monitoring solutions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience with enterprise security monitoring and threat detection technologies.
• Ability to investigate and analyze cybersecurity incidents.
• Knowledge of intrusion detection and prevention systems.
• Understanding of PKI, encryption technologies, and key management principles.
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment and remediation processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Primarily office and secure government facility environment.
• May require work in classified environments.
• Participation in after-hours support, incident response, or emergency operations may be required.
• Occasional travel may be required based on mission needs.

The anticipated salary range for this role is $70,000 to $90,000 annually. The anticipated salary range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. The final starting salary will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and work location (where applicable), as well as internal equity and market considerations.

We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Security Clearance

Secret

Certification Required

Job Type

Full-time

StratasCorp provides a complete compensation package with competitive wages and benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA & HSA accounts, disability and other income protection benefits, life insurance, paid personal time-off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401K Saving Plan with a company matching contribution.

StratasCorp is committed to equal opportunity in employment, actively seeking to build a diverse and talented workforce, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.