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Cybersecurity Specialist - ACWS

DSA Inc.
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Cybersecurity Specialist Summary: Performs continuous monitoring, vulnerability remediation, security documentation, control support, and compliance activities for the IL-5 environment.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
  • 5 Years supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, or secure operations.
  • DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CASP , CySA or equivalent compliant certification
  • Knowledge of NIST controls, STIGs, POA&M management, access control, incident response, risk assessment, vulnerability remediation, audit readiness, and compliance documentation.
  • DoD experience securing cloud-hosted environments, DevSecOps pipelines, application platforms, databases, and enterprise integrations.
  • Active Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with federal security requirements, eMASS coordination, IL5/IL6 environments, low-code platforms, and compliance support for mission systems is strongly desired
  • Experience with Appian-based solutions in federal or regulated environments strongly preferred

Responsibilities:

  • Implement and validate RMF security controls across ACWS applications, infrastructure, cloud services, and integrations.
  • Conduct STIG compliance reviews, vulnerability assessments, security scans, and remediation tracking.
  • Maintain RMF, ATO, POA&M, continuous-monitoring, and audit evidence
  • Support secure DevSecOps pipelines, access controls, incident response, and security operations.
  • Coordinate assessments, audits, and compliance activities to strengthen ACWS security posture and maintain authorization.

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The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

DSA - Salary Pay Range

$135,000 - $145,000 USD

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.




DSA is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote, and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We provide equal opportunity for the development and advancement of all employees and to engage in these and all other company-sponsored activities without unlawful discrimination of any type, whether on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or U.S. military or veteran status. Job applicants and current employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.

 

Salary : $135,000 - $145,000

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