Cybersecurity Specialist II

Position: Cybersecurity Specialist II (Contingent Upon Award)

Clearance: Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance w/SCI is required and current within the last five years

Work Location:  Offutt AFB, Nebraska

Work Hours: Monday through Friday onsite (Regular Full-time)

Work authorization: United States (Required) 

Position Summary

You will serve as the Principal Cybersecurity Advisor supporting the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) and other secure mission systems. In this role, you will ensure continuous Authorization to Operate (ATO) for capabilities supporting USSTRATCOM’s Nuclear Command and Control (NC2) mission. This is a high-impact, technical position focused on RMF accreditation, compliance execution, and risk mitigation within classified environments. You must be able to work onsite at Offutt AFB, Nebraska.

Duties shall include, but are not limited to the following:

• Execute the full Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle to maintain ATO; develop and manage SSPs, POA&Ms, and SARs


• Manage Assessment & Authorization (A&A) workflows using eMASS and/or XACTA; track security controls and supporting artifacts


• Conduct monthly security audits and vulnerability assessments using ACAS/Nessus


• Provide cybersecurity guidance to the PMO and mission stakeholders on control implementation, compliance expectations, and risk posture


• Identify security violations and non-compliance issues; analyze vulnerabilities and provide actionable remediation recommendations


• Maintain classified documentation and produce detailed Monthly Status Reports (MSR) for government stakeholders.

Position Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field


• Four (4years of intermediate cybersecurity experience with hands-on RMF/A&A documentation responsibilities


• Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility/access, current within the past five (5) years.


• Working familiarity with EMSEC and TEMPEST concepts

• Security+, CISSP, or other DoD 8140 / 8570-compliant baseline certification


• Experience with XACTA, eMASS, ACAS/Nessus


• Background supporting NC2, strategic/nuclear mission systems, or work in SCIF/classified environments


• CCSS (Command and Control Switching System) training (preferred)


• Strong written documentation skills, independent execution, and ability to communicate technical requirements to mixed audiences


• Business casual attire is required while performing duties in person.


• Available to work Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM CST.


• Impeccable customer service skills.


• Read, speak, and understand the English language fluently.


• Expert experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe tools and systems to include Excel, Project, Teams, SharePoint, Word, and PowerPoint.


• Must be eligible for a Common Access Card (CAC).


• Completion of initial and ongoing security training is required.


• Must meet client suitability. 

Additional Information

• This job description is not exhaustive and may be supplemented with additional duties as required. In compliance with federal law, all new hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Pendleton Solutions, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that PenSol does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, PenSol will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. Suppose a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement. In that case, PenSol explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of PenSol.