Privacy and Compliance Specialist

Our Mission

At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission-centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high-quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Job Description

Dobbs Defense Solutions is in search of an adept and meticulous Privacy and Compliance Specialist to become an integral part of our dynamic team. This role involves orchestrating and implementing robust security strategies to protect computer networks and sensitive data. Emphasis will be placed on ensuring the consistent application of cybersecurity policies and principles across all Information Technology (IT) and cybersecurity services, with a focus on upholding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. Responsibilities also include the development, design, and execution of security solutions, with a keen eye for identifying and documenting improvements to security controls. The role extends to generating and interpreting cybersecurity requirements, contributing to budget planning, and coordinating the installation of security hardware, operating systems, and software applications.

Duties

• Maintain operational security posture for information systems. Oversee the security of information systems through Certification & Accreditation (C&A). Support information system owner in fulfilling security-related responsibilities 
• Review System Security Plans (SSP) and propose security mechanism implementations. Apply expertise in DoD Cybersecurity Policies, Xacta Solutions (Xacta 360), and Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) 
• Familiarity with AWS (Amazon Web Services), ACAS (Security scanning software), vCenter, WSUS (Windows Server Update Service), and STIGs/IAVA 
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and engineering acumen in project execution. Capable of building systems from the ground up, including network architecture and systems engineering 

Qualifications

Required education and experience:

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance 
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline (Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related) 
• Possession of one of the following security certifications (active status): CGRC, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO (minimum DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification) 
• Proficient in Risk Management Framework (RMF) 

Required Clearance

• TS/SCI with Polygraph

Working Environment

• Onsite

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Dobbs Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender expression and transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, genetic information, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.