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Cybersecurity Specialist with Security Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions, LLCQuantico, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 22 Jul 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
Advance your career at Zachary Piper Solutions, supporting mission-critical government information systems and driving impactful cybersecurity initiatives. You will thrive in this role if you possess extensive experience in cybersecurity technologies and a passion for protecting national security assets. Apply now to join a dedicated team and contribute to safeguarding vital operations.
Quick Overview
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to support a company focused on securing and maintaining mission-critical government information systems and networks. This position is on-site in Quantico, VA. The Cybersecurity Specialist will be responsible for vulnerability management, security compliance, system hardening, and the implementation of cybersecurity best practices across enterprise environments. Join a team dedicated to protecting critical systems that support national security and military operations. Responsibilities for the Cybersecurity Specialist include: * Implement and monitor cybersecurity measures for communication systems, networks, and enterprise environments
* Manage vulnerability assessments, remediation efforts, POA&M tracking, and reporting utilizing ACAS (Tenable Nessus/Security Center)
* Administer and secure Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments while supporting Information Assurance (IA) requirements
* Apply security patches, manage system hardening efforts, and implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
* Support security operations through the use of HBSS, PKI, firewalls, IDS/IPS technologies, VPNs, and other cybersecurity tools
Required Qualifications for the Cybersecurity Specialist include: * 10+ years of experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Systems Administration, or a related field
* Experience utilizing ACAS (Tenable Nessus/Security Center) for vulnerability scanning, patch management, compliance reporting, and POA&M tracking
* Experience with cybersecurity technologies including HBSS, McAfee ePO, PKI, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, auditing, and security compliance programs
* Bachelor's Degree required
* Active IAT Level III Certification required (CISSP, CASP+, CISA, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, or equivalent)
* Active Secret Security Clearance required
* Military or Marine Corps experience is highly preferred
Compensation for the Cybersecurity Specialist include: * Salary Range: competitive depending on experience
* Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law
#LI-ER1 #LI-ONSITE Keywords: Cybersecurity Specialist, Information Assurance, IA Specialist, Vulnerability Management, ACAS, Tenable Nessus, Security Center, STIG, POA&M, Compliance, Cyber Security, HBSS, McAfee ePO, PKI, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, IDS, IPS, VPN, Windows Server, Windows 10, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, RHEL, Security Operations, Security Analyst, Cyber Defense, Risk Management Framework, RMF, Audit Support, Network Security, Secret Clearance, IAT Level III, CISSP, CASP+, CISA, GCED, GCIH, Quantico VA, Government Cybersecurity, DoD Cybersecurity, Marine Corps Support, Information Systems Security, Security Compliance, System Hardening, Patch Management
* Manage vulnerability assessments, remediation efforts, POA&M tracking, and reporting utilizing ACAS (Tenable Nessus/Security Center)
* Administer and secure Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments while supporting Information Assurance (IA) requirements
* Apply security patches, manage system hardening efforts, and implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
* Support security operations through the use of HBSS, PKI, firewalls, IDS/IPS technologies, VPNs, and other cybersecurity tools
Required Qualifications for the Cybersecurity Specialist include: * 10+ years of experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Systems Administration, or a related field
* Experience utilizing ACAS (Tenable Nessus/Security Center) for vulnerability scanning, patch management, compliance reporting, and POA&M tracking
* Experience with cybersecurity technologies including HBSS, McAfee ePO, PKI, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, auditing, and security compliance programs
* Bachelor's Degree required
* Active IAT Level III Certification required (CISSP, CASP+, CISA, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, or equivalent)
* Active Secret Security Clearance required
* Military or Marine Corps experience is highly preferred
Compensation for the Cybersecurity Specialist include: * Salary Range: competitive depending on experience
* Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law
#LI-ER1 #LI-ONSITE Keywords: Cybersecurity Specialist, Information Assurance, IA Specialist, Vulnerability Management, ACAS, Tenable Nessus, Security Center, STIG, POA&M, Compliance, Cyber Security, HBSS, McAfee ePO, PKI, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, IDS, IPS, VPN, Windows Server, Windows 10, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, RHEL, Security Operations, Security Analyst, Cyber Defense, Risk Management Framework, RMF, Audit Support, Network Security, Secret Clearance, IAT Level III, CISSP, CASP+, CISA, GCED, GCIH, Quantico VA, Government Cybersecurity, DoD Cybersecurity, Marine Corps Support, Information Systems Security, Security Compliance, System Hardening, Patch Management
Skills
PKI
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