Information Security Specialist (Senior-Level)

About the role

Link Solutions is seeking an Information Security Specialist (Senior-Level) to join our team at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL.

• U.S. Citizen
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification or higher required
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available)

The Information Security Specialist (Senior-Level) will support enterprise application modernization and digital transformation initiatives across CPE Aviation (Capability Production Executive Office Aviation), formerly known as PEO Aviation. Supporting Army aviation modernization efforts, this role will be responsible for protecting mission-critical information systems through the implementation of cybersecurity policies, risk management practices, and security compliance requirements.

This position serves as a senior cybersecurity professional supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, vulnerability management initiatives, accreditation efforts, and information assurance programs across enterprise environments. The successful candidate will work closely with system administrators, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and Government stakeholders to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of enterprise systems and data.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience supporting DoD cybersecurity programs, security authorization efforts, vulnerability remediation, and regulatory compliance activities in complex enterprise environments.

This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute directly to Army aviation modernization initiatives while helping safeguard technologies and systems critical to mission success.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments, risk analyses, vulnerability management activities, and remediation planning efforts.
• Ensure cybersecurity requirements are integrated into operational procedures, continuity plans, and enterprise system implementations.
• Lead RMF implementation, security authorization activities, and cybersecurity compliance efforts across enterprise systems.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and information assurance requirements.
• Support accreditation packages, ATO activities, POA&M management, and ongoing compliance reporting requirements.
• Manage IAVM/ICVM tracking, vulnerability remediation efforts, and cybersecurity compliance activities in accordance with DoD requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, system administrators, and program stakeholders to improve organizational security posture.
• Support eMASS activities, security documentation development, audit readiness efforts, and inspection support.
• Review and validate security controls in accordance with NIST, CNSSI, DoD, and Army cybersecurity requirements.
• Maintain security records, user agreements, privileged access documentation, and compliance artifacts.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and cybersecurity guidance to technical teams and stakeholders.
• Support enterprise modernization, cloud adoption, and cybersecurity initiatives across the CPE Aviation environment.

Additional information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Compensation Range

• $80,000 - $100,000
• Full-Time (Monday-Friday)

Several factors influence final compensation, including relevant experience, technical expertise, certifications, education, and applicable contract requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Eight (8+) years of experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or information security programs.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification or higher (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent).
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102).
• Experience supporting RMF, vulnerability management, accreditation efforts, and cybersecurity compliance programs.
• Experience supporting enterprise-level information systems and cybersecurity operations.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, requirements, and best practices.
• Experience developing and maintaining cybersecurity documentation and compliance artifacts.
• Baseline Certification required within six (6) months of hire if not already obtained.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, IT Service Management, or a related technical discipline.
• CYSA+, CASP+, CISSP, CISM, or other advanced cybersecurity certifications.
• Microsoft certifications supporting Windows 10, Windows 11, Microsoft 365, or Endpoint Administration.
• Experience with ACAS, Trellix, vulnerability management platforms, and security assessment tools.
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, DISA STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with eMASS, RMF package development, and cybersecurity authorization activities.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) environments.
• Experience supporting mission-critical systems and high-visibility customers.
• Experience with Knowledge Management initiatives, process improvement, or documentation development.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience leading small teams and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

This position is contingent upon the successful award of the government contract and the completion of all contract negotiations. As part of our recruitment efforts, candidates may be interviewed and evaluated prior to award; however, any offer of employment is contingent upon contract award, funding availability, and customer approval.

Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more.