Cybersecurity Engineer II (Secret clearance required)

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: Cybersecurity Engineer II


Location: VA Beach/Dam Neck (on-site)


Clearance: Secret - Required


Occasional Travel

Summary DVS is seeking an Engineer, Cybersecurity II to support Department of the Navy cybersecurity compliance, system hardening, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring activities. The engineer performs DoD-mandated cybersecurity scans and compliance checks, supports ATO and Annual Security Review activities, evaluates STIG requirements, and remediates vulnerabilities across Navy systems and networks for mission-critical Navy radar and data-distribution systems.


Key Responsibilities

• Perform system hardening in accordance with applicable DoD and Navy cybersecurity requirements.


• Conduct DoD-mandated vulnerability assessments using ACAS.


• Conduct SCAP scans and automated STIG compliance checks.


• Implement and assess applicable DISA STIG requirements.


• Review quarterly STIG releases and assess system and operational impacts.


• Support ATO audits, Annual Security Reviews, and continuous monitoring activities.


• Analyze ACAS, SCAP, and STIG findings and develop or update POA&M entries.


• Track cybersecurity vulnerabilities and remediation activities through closure.


• Remediate vulnerability findings, including implementation of vendor patches on Linux and Windows operating systems.


• Apply Security Management policy guidance and directives to cybersecurity activities.


• Support day-to-day cybersecurity operations and maintenance of network, server, and hardware resources.


• Coordinate with technical and cybersecurity stakeholders to address compliance findings and maintain system security posture.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Cyber Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science, or an equivalent discipline.


• 5 years of full-time professional experience performing system hardening.
  
  
  
  • Or High school diploma/GED plus ten years of experience
  
  
  
  


• Demonstrated experience implementing STIGs, performing ACAS vulnerability assessments, applying Security Management policy guidance/directives, and remediating vulnerabilities and implementing vendor patches on Linux and Windows systems.


• Certifications: IAT Level II - (one of the following) CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+CE, CND, or SSCP


• SECRET clearance. Required

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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