Why this role stands out
This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to deepen your expertise in cybersecurity within impactful Department of Defense environments, leveraging your skills to protect critical information systems. You'll thrive here if you have a strong background in RMF and vulnerability management, contributing to a respected company's mission with excellent career growth potential. Apply now to join a collaborative team and make a significant contribution to national security.
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Position Overview OSAAVA Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to support the implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of cybersecurity controls for classified and mission-critical information systems within Department of Defense environments. This role focuses on protecting system confidentiality, integrity, and availability through security monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance support activities aligned with DoD cybersecurity requirements and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
The selected candidate will work closely with engineers, system administrators, and cybersecurity teams to ensure systems remain secure, compliant, and operationally ready within classified environments. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting cybersecurity operations within DoD programs, with a strong understanding of RMF implementation, vulnerability management, and security compliance activities.
Key Responsibilities • Monitor system security posture and support continuous monitoring activities
- Identify, analyze, and remediate system vulnerabilities and security findings
- Assist with implementation and validation of security controls
- Support RMF documentation, evidence collection, and artifact management
- Perform security scans and analyze results for compliance and risk
- Track security findings and remediation actions through closure
- Assist with development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs)
- Support preparation for cybersecurity audits, inspections, CCRIs, and SAVs
- Coordinate with system administrators and engineers to implement security controls
- Support incident response activities and security impact assessments
- Maintain accurate security documentation, reporting, and artifact repositories
- Provide cybersecurity support for Authorization to Operate (ATO) and ATO renewal activities
- Ensure systems remain compliant with DoD cybersecurity policies and standards Required Qualifications • Experience supporting cybersecurity operations within DoD or classified environments
- Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and security control implementation
- Experience with vulnerability scanning, remediation tracking, and compliance monitoring
- Familiarity with security tools and system monitoring solutions
- Strong documentation, artifact management, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage security compliance evidence and reporting requirements
- Strong communication and coordination skills across technical teams
- Ability to operate effectively in mission-critical classified environments
Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting NC3, DRSN, or STRATCOM-aligned systems
- Prior experience supporting CCRI or SAV cybersecurity inspections
- Familiarity with classified system compliance requirements
- Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent
- Experience maintaining audit-ready RMF documentation
- Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience working with SIEM, ACAS, HBSS, or endpoint protection tools Key Skills / Search Keywords Cybersecurity Specialist • RMF • Risk Management Framework
Vulnerability Management • Security Control Validation
SSP • System Security Plan
ACAS • HBSS • SIEM
DoD Cybersecurity • Classified Systems Security
Security Audits • CCRI • SAV About OSAAVA Services OSAAVA Services is a mission-focused Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in cybersecurity and enterprise IT services. We support critical national defense programs and deliver secure, mission-ready solutions across complex government environments. Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays)
- Professional development and training support
- Life and disability insurance Why OSAAVA • Mission-driven SDVOSB culture focused on service and integrity
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunity to grow with a high-performing team supporting national security programs
- Work directly supporting critical defense and intelligence missions Contingent Upon Contract Award This position is being recruited in support of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award. Candidates may be contacted and evaluated in advance; however, final hiring decisions will be made upon successful award of the contract.
Equal Opportunity Employer OSAAVA Services is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. OSAAVA Services considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact:
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