Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to support a critical cybersecurity program. The ideal candidate will provide subject matter expertise in cybersecurity compliance, FISMA data collection and analysis, and risk assessments while ensuring adherence to federal security standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for cybersecurity programs, focusing on FISMA compliance, data analysis, and Cyberscope reporting.
• Apply principles and methodologies to develop solutions for complex cybersecurity challenges, ensuring compliance with FISMA, NIST, OMB, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Plan, develop, and review key cybersecurity program deliverables, including risk assessments, security categorization documents, contingency plans, and vulnerability assessment reports.
• Engage with stakeholders across technical, administrative, and executive teams to gather system requirements and provide security recommendations.
• Map complex technical requirements and security controls to federal policies and best practices.
• Conduct data analysis from open-source intelligence (OSINT), high-side environments, and internal data calls, presenting findings to various stakeholders in both detailed and high-level formats.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assessment operations, ensuring integrity and confidentiality of processes.
• Analyze vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend countermeasures to mitigate threats.
• Review and provide recommendations on program-level documentation, including system architecture, security plans, and test plans.
• Develop security evaluation test plans and conduct hands-on security testing to identify risks and vulnerabilities.
• Participate in or lead technical exchange meetings, documenting action items and results.
• Brief leadership on cybersecurity findings, risk assessments, and recommendations.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of security-related support systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance.
• Master's degree (MS/MA) required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active Public Trust clearance with a Position Sensitivity Level of High-Risk IT.
• Successfully adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
• One or more cybersecurity certifications: ISC2 CISSP, ISC2 CGRC, ISACA CRISC, ISACA CISM, or ISACA CISA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in federal government cybersecurity programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity assessments, risk analysis, and vulnerability management.

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.