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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Cybersecurity Specialist

GDIT MacDill AFB, FL On-site senior full-time

Salary

$93,500 - $126,500 per year

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Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Specialist to join our team at MacDill AFB, Florida.

The successful candidate will perform cybersecurity activities for a large program, coordinating with government program staff, USAF, and other government agencies to assist in the creation, dissemination, direction, and auditing of program policy, standards, and operating procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting government ISSMs in the development and staffing of documentation related to Authorization to Operate (ATO), Authorization to Connect (ATC), Interim Authorization to Test (IATT), Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), etc.
  • Assisting in the development and execution of Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) plans
  • Producing and providing A&A materials for DoW IT packages
  • Providing security design management control of build processes for servers, services, and endpoints
  • Ensuring good cybersecurity and vulnerability management practices are developed, implemented, and enforced
  • Conducting network and system audits for vulnerabilities using Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), DISA SCAP, ACAS vulnerability scanner, ESS Policy Auditor
  • Implementing the Continuous Monitoring program
  • Communicating tactical and strategic threat information to government leaders, Cybersecurity-Ops, and A&A Staff
  • Carrying out DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) in accordance with DoW 8510
  • Coordinating with AFRL, USAF, and other organizations in support of audits and inspections
  • Evaluating change requests and assessing organizational risk
  • Ensuring the integrity and protection of networks, systems, and applications
  • Providing guidance and work leadership to less-experienced technical staff members
  • Maintaining current knowledge of relevant technology
  • Processing tickets in support of the program using the accepted ITSM system

The successful candidate will have:

  • 5+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years ISSO experience
  • Working knowledge of DOW Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Eligibility for IAM level II
  • Ability to obtain ITIL V4 Foundation within six months of hire
  • Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
  • BA/BS or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong ability to prioritize work and work autonomously
  • High degree of intelligence, competence, maturity, adaptability, resilience, integrity, and initiative

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500.

Skills

Required

  • ACAS
  • Information System Security
  • Splunk
  • Risk Management Framework
  • RMF
  • STIGs
  • DISA SCAP
  • ESS Policy Auditor
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