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Computer World Services

Mission-critical IT services for government

Security Administrator - Intermediate

Full-Time
$75k - $80k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Fort Meade, MD, USA
In PersonOn-site at Fort Meade; any remote work requires prior justification and approval.
CybersecuritySecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
  • Generally possess 3–5 years of combined experience in information technology, cybersecurity, network administration, information assurance, or a related technical area.
  • Experience with information technology security, information assurance, cybersecurity, or Risk Management Framework support.
  • Experience with Defense Information Systems Agency Security Technical Implementation Guide implementation, assessment, remediation, or documentation.
  • Experience with vulnerability management and security compliance activities.
  • Experience with network administration or network security fundamentals.
  • Experience with communications security, cryptographic equipment, or key-management activities.
  • Experience maintaining cybersecurity documentation, technical records, compliance evidence, or security-related reports.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense or other regulated enterprise information technology environments.
  • DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical Level II / DoD 8140 compliance is required after fully in place.
  • CompTIA Security+ Continuing Education certification is required.
  • Secret security clearance is required.
Responsibilities
  • Support Information Systems Security Officer and cybersecurity personnel with security compliance, documentation, vulnerability remediation, and recurring cybersecurity activities.
  • Apply, validate, and document Defense Information Systems Agency Security Technical Implementation Guides and secure configuration baselines.
  • Assist with network troubleshooting and remediation of security findings.
  • Develop and provide Defense Information Systems Network communications security reports.
  • Notify the Manager/Custodian of non-compliant issues and support compromise-response activities.
  • Support coordination with Defense Information Systems Agency customers, communications security personnel, and the National Security Agency as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting Defense Information Systems Agency NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, or similar Department of Defense environments is preferred but not required.

About the company

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Computer World Services

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Computer World Services provides IT services and support to the Federal Government, focusing on mission-critical and enterprise needs. Its offerings include IT operations and maintenance, systems architecture and engineering, cloud solution services, agile software development, call center outsourcing, and cybersecurity. The company works by delivering a range of services through a staff of 400+ across 20+ federal customers worldwide, pairing hands-on operations with engineering, cloud, and security capabilities to meet government missions. It differentiates itself through formal quality and process certifications (ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI-DEV Level 3) and a track record of ongoing process improvement. The company’s goal is to provide reliable, secure, and scalable IT support and development to federal agencies, ensuring mission success and continual performance improvement.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1990

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What believers are saying

  • AMIC extended CWS's $213.3 million Air Force cyberspace contract through October 2, 2031.
  • CWS won a $19.8 million Integrated Air Force Network Operations and Services award in April 2026.
  • FY2026 YTD obligations reached $40.8 million across 30 actions, signaling active capture.

What critics are saying

  • CWS's GSA MAS period ends September 15, 2026, forcing recompete pressure.
  • GAO protest B-424228 remains open through November 12, 2026, risking DFAS revenue.
  • Air Force concentration and bid protests expose CWS to contract loss and shrinkage.

What makes Computer World Services unique

  • CWS holds GSA MAS, OASIS+, ITES-3S, and CIO-SP3 vehicles across 2026.
  • It serves 20-plus federal customers globally with ISO 9001 and CMMI-DEV Level 3.
  • Its Air Force network operations and cybersecurity work sits inside mission-critical systems.

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