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# Cybersecurity Specialist - Advanced

- **Company:** J. R. C. Company
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9041028/cybersecurity-specialist-advanced

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience in Information Technology (IT)
 * 10+ years of experience Information Assurance Management (IAM)
 * HS Diploma or GED minimum
 * DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management (IAM-III) Certification
 * Secret (Top Secret with SCI eligibility preferred)
 * Knowledge of cybersecurity engineering, cyber forensics, network security tools and technologies, cybersecurity policy, procedures, and workforce structure to
 * Design, develop, and implement recommendations for a secure enclave environment, and best practices.
 * Skilled in writing, reviewing, and revising high-level policy, directives, instructions, and other documents.
 * Ability to coordinate tasks and projects.
 * Initiative and can function independently and on a team across geographies.
 * Excellent oral and written communication skills

Bonus Points For

 * A BS or MS degree related to cybersecurity or IT
 * Experience applying cybersecurity knowledge and skills with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and a grasp of what it means to work in a challenging, fast-paced DOD work environment.
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## Description

We are actively recruiting for a Cybersecurity Specialist-Advanced to assist in the assessment of the DoD current cyber policies, the coverage of those policies, and areas of risks. You will evaluate and audit how policies stack up to regulations, best practices, and industry standards. As you guide your client through understanding acceptable risk and availability, you will advance the development of a strategic cyber roadmap. You will work in a consultative role to ensure the client operates securely as they navigate an evolving IT environment. Join us as we protect the DoD through strategic cyber policy development., * Develop and monitor the implementation of policy and procedures to support information security goals and operations.

 * Develop changes in policy or strategy to support new initiatives or required changes.
 * Manage information security implications within the organization as directed by leadership.
 * Apply advanced consulting skills and/or extensive technical expertise; full industry knowledge.
 * Develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
 * Ensure all work products meet objectives and quality standards.
 * Manage projects and tasks, establish priorities, and meet deadlines. Makes proactive, informed decisions and recommendations to leadership.
 * Handle other initiatives necessary to support the routine operations of a high-performing agency-level team.


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