Cyber Security Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Cyber Security Administrator supports mission-critical objectives under the referenced work order by implementing and managing security controls, risk assessments, and compliance measures across GovCloud-hosted environments including Azure and AWS. This role ensures documentation of ATO, security compliance, continuous monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and incident response.

This future opportunity is contingent upon award.

Job Description

• The Cyber Security Administrator is responsible for ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity mandates including NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and DoD IL-4/IL-5 security policies.
• The position requires implementing security monitoring solutions, conducting vulnerability assessments, and enforcing Zero Trust security principles.
• Administrators will maintain system security documentation including SSPs, SARs, and POA&M ensuring continuous compliance and audit readiness.
• The role includes leading and tracking the progress of Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

The contractor shall provide personnel who meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related field; or
• A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in cybersecurity operations.

Candidates must have demonstrated experience in the following areas:

• Implementing and enforcing security controls for cloud infrastructure ensuring compliance with DoD security frameworks.
• Managing security configurations, conducting penetration testing, and implementing SIEM solutions (Microsoft Sentinel, AWS Security Hub).
• Performing risk assessments, continuous security monitoring, and developing mitigation strategies in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Leading ATO processes including documentation, submission, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Maintaining ATOs for programs or capabilities within DoD or federal environments.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Expertise in SIEM solutions (Microsoft Sentinel, AWS Security Hub), RBAC, and vulnerability scanning.
• Working knowledge of incident response, Zero Trust Architecture, and penetration testing.
• Proficiency in NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, DoD RMF, and IL-4/IL-5 security mandates.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native security tools and security documentation (SSP, SAR, POA&M).
• Ability to implement and maintain DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CISSP (Preferred, Not Required)
• CISM (Preferred, Not Required)
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty (Preferred, Not Required)

Clearance Requirement

• An active TS/SCI security clearance is required for on-site duty location.