What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Specialist position at GovCIO?
Overview
GovCIO is currently hiring for Cyber Security Specialist to support our client’s contract needs. This position is located in Baltimore, MD, Quantico, VA, or Boyers, PA and will be a fully remote position.
Responsibilities
Extensive experience in developing and submitting DOD related Security Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages to ensure that the DOD systems passes Audits.
Perform risk assessments for threats and incidents.
Ensure that regulatory and DOD / DCSA requirements are met.
Establish teams to implement new security solutions.
Taking ownership and responsibility for reaching objectives and meeting goals.
Plan and coordinate the efforts of the Security Compliance / Assessment Team to uncover weaknesses in the systems and submit the associated reports.
Plan and lead the efforts of the Plan of Action & Milestone (POA&M) Teams to remediate vulnerabilities uncovered for the impact systems.
Plan and lead the efforts of the Authorization to Operate (ATO)Team to document, validate, prepare, and submit the ATO artifacts to ensure success.
Taking ownership and responsibility for reaching objectives and meeting goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor's with 8 years (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills and Experience
7 years of experience working in Cybersecurity disciplines.
Experience with cybersecurity policy at the Federal, DoD, Joint, or Army levels.
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate the potential threats and vulnerabilities that may affect your organization's security posture.
Knowledge of data backup and recovery.
Knowledge of business continuity and disaster recovery continuity of operations plans. Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate the potential threats and vulnerabilities that may affect DCSA’s security posture.
Clearance Required : US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance
Company Overview
GovCIO is a team of transformers people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability / vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department / team performance, and market factors.
Posted Salary Range
USD $120,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 / Yr.
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Location US-Remote
ID 2025-5593
Category Cyber Security & Intelligence
Position Type Full-Time
Salary : $120,000 - $125,000
