SME - Cybersecurity with Security Clearance

DCCA; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement Plan

Paid Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Leave

Education Assistance

Wellness Initiatives

Job summary

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT services provider seeking a Cybersecurity professional with TS/SCI eligibility to support Maryland operations. The role emphasizes strengthening cyber defense capabilities for government and commercial clients, with a focus on integrity and inclusivity.

Key tasks include incident handling, reporting, and continuous improvement of processes and architecture. DCCA offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities through upskilling and

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber defense operations including incident handling and reporting.
• Ability to recommend continuous process improvements across cyber defense.
• Proficiency in using security tools to correlate information and generate actionable events.

Responsibilities

• Experience concentrating on overall technical and operational effectiveness of capabilities
• Experience providing recommendation on continuous improvement of the processes and architecture supporting the Cyber Defense operations
• Experience providing effective incident response capabilities and reports for situational awareness
• Experience maximizing the use of tools to correlate information and synthesize data into actionable events
• Experience identifying and providing an agile approach to automation across the cyber defense program
• Analyze required education / certifications per levels and align staffing

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident response

Data analysis

Education

Entry-Level/ Developmental pathways

Full Performance / Journeyman

Senior

Expert/ Master

Job description

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com SME - Cybersecurity Candidate must have a TS/SCI For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA's successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters. Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks:

• Experience concentrating on overall technical and operational effectiveness of capabilities
• Experience providing recommendation on continuous improvement of the processes and architecture supporting the overall Cyber Defense operational activities including, but not limited to, analysis, incident handling and reporting products, and the reporting lifecycle
• Experience providing effective incident response capabilities, usable and effective reports that address overall situational awareness
• Experience maximizing the use of tools to correlate information and synthesize data into usable and actionable events
• Experience identifying and providing an agile approach to the automation of any manual or efficient processes that exist across the cyber defense program
• Required Education / Certifications:
  1. Entry-Level/ Developmental: o High School Diploma + 6 years of experience o Associates Degree + 4 years of experience o Bachelors Degree + 2 years of experience o Masters Degree + 0 years of experience
  2. Full Performance / Journeyman o High School Diploma + 8 years of experience o Associates Degree + 6 years of experience o Bachelors Degree + 4 years of experience o Masters Degree + 2 years of experience
  3. Senior o High School Diploma + 10 years of experience o Associates Degree + 8 years of experience o Bachelors Degree + 6 years of experience o Masters Degree + 4 years of experience o PhD + 2 years of experience
  4. Expert/ Master o High School Diploma + 12 years of experience o Associates Degree + 10 years of experience o Bachelors Degree + 8 years of experience o Masters Degree + 6 years of experience o PhD + 4 years of experience
• The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 53,000 to 270,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives. At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we're able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits. Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large. Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships. Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection. Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on their Benefits page . Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems. Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets