Job Description

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Title: Sr. Systems Security Engineer

Location: Dahlgren, VA (on-site)

Clearance: Active Top Secret required

Overview:

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is seeking a Senior Systems Security Engineer to provide comprehensive cybersecurity and traditional security support. This role focuses on strengthening overall cybersecurity posture through the enhancement, integration, and sustainment of enterprise security capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cybersecurity and Traditional Security Support
• Enhance and support existing and emerging cybersecurity and traditional security capabilities for enterprise systems and networks.
• Provide expertise in developing, integrating, and maintaining secure solutions to improve overall security posture.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Note: Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Validation activities are outside the scope of this effort.
• Information System Security Management
• Support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in implementing and maintaining security controls across classified and unclassified environments.
• Special Security Office Support
• Provide operational assistance to the Special Security Office, ensuring proper handling and safeguarding of classified information and assets.
• Operational and Information Cybersecurity Support
• Perform vulnerability and risk analyses, DISA STIG implementations, and SCAP scanning to identify and mitigate system risks.
• Conduct virus scanning, system hardening, and auditing to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Cyber Hunt Support
• Participate in cyber threat detection and response activities to proactively identify and contain potential threats.
• Conduct and lead TEMPEST testing using approved test plans, procedures, and current National TEMPEST standards.

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years of professional IT security experience within the DoD or Navy environment.

Certifications: Must hold one of the following IAT Level III certifications:

• CASP+ CE
• CISA
• CISSP (or Associate)
• GCED
• GCIH

Clearance: Active Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field (preferred).
• Proficiency with vulnerability assessment tools and techniques.
• Experience implementing and validating DISA STIGs and SCAP benchmarks.
• Strong understanding of RMF and DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Knowledge of TEMPEST testing and standards.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

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

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.

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