Geospatial Cyber Security Engineer – Multiple Positions at Junior/Mid/Senior Levels
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Springfield, Virginia, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Security
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- US citizenship with Active or Current (within two years of active) Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, DevOps, or related technical field
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISSP)
- Experience with RM, A&A, POA&M, and ATO documentation (XACTA/eMASS)
- Hands-on vulnerability scanning and compliance tracking (ACAS, IAVM)
- Experience securing Linux and Windows systems, STIGs, patching, and system hardening
- Knowledge of NIST 800-series publications and incident response processes
- Strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills
Nice to have
- Scripting or development experience (Python, Java, React)
- DevSecOps tools and pipeline experience
- Experience with Linux (RedHat/CentOS), database, web apps, or big data platforms
- Familiarity with Agile environments and tools (Jira, Confluence)
- Experience with NIST SP 800-171 and Systems Security Engineering (SSE)
Full description
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Overview
Geospatial Cyber Security Engineer – Multiple Positions at Junior/Mid/Senior Levels
NV5 Geospatial (NV5G) is actively recruiting qualified and cleared Geospatial Cyber Security Engineers to support national security client sites in the Northern Virginia and St. Louis, MO areas. Candidates will support critical DoW and Intel missions and programs. You will focus on cybersecurity engineering, risk management, and compliance across cloud and on-prem systems, supporting system authorization, vulnerability management, and secure operations in classified environments. A Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility or an active TS/SCI are required conditions of employment.Work Environment:
- Location: Northern Virginia Area (Springfield, VA and/or Vienna, VA)
- Travel up to 15% of the time
At NV5, we are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.
NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.
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Responsibilities
- Applying RMF processes to support system Assessment & Authorization (A&A), including control selection, implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring
- Developing, reviewing, and maintain security documentation such as SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and ATO artifacts in tools such as XACTA or eMASS
- Conducting vulnerability assessments and compliance scans (e.g., ACAS) and tracking remediation of findings and IAVM requirements
- Implementing and validating security controls aligned with NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related DOD guidance
- Supporting system hardening, patching, and configuration management in compliance with STIGs for Linux, Windows, and network devices
- Monitoring systems for security events and supporting incident response and risk mitigation activities
- Assessing security impacts of system changes and supporting configuration control boards (CCBs)