Cybersecurity Specialist

Cybersecurity Specialist Date Posted:

9 April 2026

Closing Date:

May 9, 2026

Recruiter:

Bowhead /

UIC Technical Services Location:

Dahlgren, Virginia Salary:

On Application Job Type & Industry:

Cyber Security Contract Type:

Permanent Work Hours:

Full Time Job Reference:

2714343813-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Overview Cybersecurity Specialist (EDOS-1): Bowhead is seeking a skilled full-time Cybersecurity Analyst to be responsible for ensuring GWS fleet and land-based configurations are assessed and authorized with respect to Department of Defense (DOD) Cybersecurity policies. Responsibilities The Cybersecurity Specialist will be assigned to review and maintain the Cyber Authorization-to-Operate (ATO) packages for the variety of the MK160 configurations. They will have experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) cyber package development and maintenance preferably in DoD programs. Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses. Knowledge of host/network access control mechanisms (e.g., access control list, capabilities list). Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation). Knowledge of network traffic analysis methods. Knowledge of Virtual Private Network (VPN) security. Knowledge of transmission records (e.g., Bluetooth, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Infrared Networking (IR), Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi). paging, cellular, satellite dishes, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP , and jamming techniques that enable transmission of undesirable information, or prevent installed systems from operating correctly. Knowledge of network access, identity, and access management (e.g., public key infrastructure, Oauth, Open

ID, SAML, SPML

). Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, mobile code, cross-site scripting, Procedural Language/Structured Query Language PL/SQL and injections, race conditions, covert channel, replay, return-oriented attacks, malicious code). Knowledge of different classes of attacks (e.g., passive, active, insider, close-in, distribution attacks). Knowledge of application security risks. Knowledge of Linux. Qualifications DoDM 8140.03 certified, (any IAT level 2 certification will meet requirement) Five plus (5+) years of professional experience as a Cybersecurity Specialist with a specialization in cross domain solution implementation. Experience to include computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies experience. Knowledge of conducting application vulnerability scans using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tools, revising artifacts, applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and is proficient with eMASS/eMASSter. Knowledge and experience in gun weapon systems is a plus Knowledge of network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles (e.g., application of defense-in-depth & concept of zero trust). Experience working with Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) tools and applications. Experience working with network protocols such as TCP/IP, Dynamic Host Configuration, Domain Name System (DNS), and directory services. Knowledge of system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques. Knowledge of system administration concepts for operating systems such as but not limited to Unix/Linux, IOS, Android, and Windows operating systems. Experience utilizing Microsoft Visio for creating network boundary diagrams

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.