Senior Cybersecurity Specialist
Dayton, Ohio
Onsite
Full Time
$150k - $180k
Job Description We are seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to support a key program based onsite in Dayton, OH. This is a full-time role involving the development and implementation of cybersecurity measures for advanced technical systems in a classified environment. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and broad experience with cybersecurity frameworks and secure system development practices. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take a lead role in shaping cybersecurity posture on a high-visibility project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in defense or government-related environments, strong hands-on technical skills, and an interest in mentoring others within a collaborative team. Required Skills & Experience
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- B.S. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field + 15+ years of experience (or Master’s + 12 years)
- 5+ years as a lead cybersecurity engineer or ISSM
- Expertise in RMF, NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs, SCAP/ACAS, eMASS
- Experience with cross-domain solutions and Type 1 cryptographic architectures
- Hands-on with container security, Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform), and DevSecOps tools like Platform One and Iron Bank
- DoD 8570/8140 IAM/IASAE Level III (CISSP-ISSEP, CISM, GSLC, etc.)
- Background in ABMS, CJADC2, OMS/UCI, or tactical data link systems
- Experience applying Zero Trust to SATCOM, SDR, or SDN environments
- Red team or pen test credentials (OSCP, GXPN, CEH)
- Agile/Scrum or SAFe certifications
- 40% RMF & ATO Tools (eMASS, SCAP, ACAS, Nessus)
- 25% DevSecOps & Container Security (Platform One, Iron Bank)
- 20% Cross Domain & Crypto Engineering
- 15% Governance & Cyber Strategy
- 50% Hands On
- 20% Strategic Planning and Oversight
- 30% Team Collaboration
- Bonus OR Commission eligible
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) {including match- if applicable}