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Cybersecurity Engineer II

DirectViz Solutions, LLC Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Beach, VA

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$95k - $115k/yr Full time Cyber Defense Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Analysis

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Job Description

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer II to support Department of the Navy cybersecurity compliance efforts. The role will focus on system hardening, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring support, and system authorization activities, including DoD-mandated scanning and STIG compliance checks. This onsite position is based in Virginia Beach, VA.

What you’ll do

Perform system hardening aligned to applicable DoD and Navy cybersecurity requirements.
Run DoD-mandated vulnerability assessments using ACAS.
Conduct SCAP scans and execute automated STIG compliance checks.
Implement and assess DISA STIG requirements across relevant environments.
Review quarterly STIG releases and evaluate system and operational impacts.
Support ATO audits, Annual Security Reviews, and activities related to continuous monitoring.
Analyze ACAS, SCAP, and STIG findings and develop or update POA&M entries.
Track cybersecurity vulnerabilities through remediation to closure.
Remediate vulnerability findings, including applying vendor patches on Linux and Windows operating systems.
Apply Security Management policy guidance and directives to cybersecurity activities.
Support day-to-day cybersecurity operations and maintenance of network, server, and hardware resources.
Administer, secure, patch, and troubleshoot Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8, 9, and 10 in line with approved configuration baselines and cybersecurity requirements.
Maintain Assess Only authorization and accreditation packages, including evidence, assessment artifacts, control documentation, findings, and package updates to support an accurate authorization posture.
Plan, coordinate, implement, and verify infrastructure patching and network device IOS upgrades, documenting changes and validating remediation while assessing operational impact.
Apply, assess, document, and remediate applicable DISA STIG requirements across network systems, network devices, servers, and endpoint configurations.
Coordinate with technical and cybersecurity stakeholders to address compliance findings and maintain system security posture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Cyber Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics (concentration in Computer Science), or an equivalent discipline.
5 years of full-time professional experience performing system hardening.
OR High school diploma/GED plus ten years of experience.
Demonstrated experience implementing STIGs, performing ACAS vulnerability assessments, applying Security Management policy guidance/directives, and remediating vulnerabilities including vendor patches on Linux and Windows.
Hands-on experience administering, hardening, patching, and troubleshooting RHEL 8 and RHEL 9; RHEL 10 experience is required or must be current enough to support transition and sustainment activities.
Experience maintaining Assess Only authorization and accreditation packages and supporting cybersecurity assessment and authorization documentation throughout the lifecycle.
Working knowledge of infrastructure patch management and network device IOS management, including planning, validation, rollback considerations, and documentation.
Experience applying and assessing DISA STIGs across network systems/devices and server/endpoint configurations, including documentation and remediation of findings.
Certifications: IAT Level II (one of the following): CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+CE, CND, or SSCP.
SECRET clearance required.

Technologies

ACAS
SCAP
DISA STIG
POA&M
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10
IOS
Linux
Windows

Compensation and benefits

Salary: USD 95,000 - 115,000 per year
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive medical benefits
401(k) match
Generous PTO accrual
Professional development reimbursement
Corporate-funded technology certifications
Robust employee recognition and appreciation programs

Physical and mental qualifications

Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, using 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 English.
Work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
Perform essential functions satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request for employees with disabilities.
Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

Location: VA Beach/Dam Neck (onsite)

Clearance: Secret (required)

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