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Senior Security Specialist

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At a Glance

Location
Indian Head, Maryland, United States
Work Regime
onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
8+ years
Compensation
USD 120000-145000 per-year-salary
Department
Consulting Services
Posted
2026-03-23T17:00:46.614000+00:00

Key Requirements

Certifications

  • CISSP

Domain Knowledge

  • Cybersecurity
  • Defense
  • Engineering
  • Regulatory

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance

ncluding health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability,

Requirements

8+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or security compliance

Strong understanding of RMF, NIST SP 800

53 controls, and ATO processes

Experience conducting audits, assessments, and security compliance reviews

Familiarity with eMASS, continuous monitoring tools, and federal compliance frameworks

Must currently hold or maintain a Department of Defense Top investigation/privileged access eligibility (T5 (SSBI) clearance)

Responsibilities

Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and security controls across Navy systems

Conduct security audits, inspections, and compliance assessments to validate adherence to DoD and Navy cybersecurity requirements

Support RMF lifecycle activities, including control implementation, evidence collection, documentation updates, and stakeholder coordination

Contribute to ATO package development, POA&M management, and ongoing authorization efforts

Perform continuous monitoring of cybersecurity controls and system security posture

Ensure organizational alignment with DoD, Navy, and federal cybersecurity directives, standards, and best practices

About the Company

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.