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IA / Cybersecurity Specialist

VPSI
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026

Summary:

Immediate requirement for Information Security Specialist supporting cutting-edge projects for Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific. Requires a thorough understanding of the developer and validator process, familiarity with IT/network technologies and Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.

Applicants must meet the requirement of U.S. Citizenship and have a SECRET security clearance.

Primary Skills & Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and submit the Security Assessment Plan (SAP) with program assistance.
  • Recommend policies and procedures to meet security control requirements.
  • Perform a complete assessment of a system’s or network’s security controls, known threats, and vulnerabilities.
  • Validate security controls and conduct DoD assessment procedures in accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53.
  • Ensure traceability of all vulnerabilities from raw assessment results to the Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
  • Complete a Security Assessment Report (SAR), in conjunction with the Security Control Assessor (SCA), based on the assessment results.

Education/Certifications/Clearance:

  • BS in Information Systems, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or equivalent technical degree or 3 years pf relevant experience.
  • Security , Network , or other IAM Level II certifications desired.

Requires an active Secret Clearance

Submission Requirements: Please go to www.myvpsi.com, click on careers, upload resume, and apply to this position.  For information email Edna Rodriguez, edna.rodriguez@myvpsi.com or Kurt Tritchler,  Kurt.Tritchler@myvpsi.com

Vector Planning and Services, Inc. is an EOE/Minority/Female /Disability/Vets employer. 

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