Cybersecurity Specialist - RMF/IL-6, ACWS
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related field.
- A Top Secret Department of Defense clearance.
- A Department of Defense 8140-compliant cybersecurity certification, such as CISSP or an equivalent IAM Level III certification.
- At least eight years of experience in cybersecurity for Department of Defense systems.
- Demonstrated experience using the Risk Management Framework to achieve or maintain an Authority to Operate.
- Experience with Department of Defense IL5/IL6 security controls, SIPR/IL6 environments, vulnerability management, and managing cleared personnel in a cleared facility.
- Experience implementing cybersecurity controls in enterprise systems.
- Knowledge of vulnerability management, security monitoring, access controls, and secure pipeline practices.
- Ability to assess risks, support incident response, and coordinate with DevSecOps and infrastructure teams.
- Experience supporting cloud environments and knowledge of common platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Working knowledge of artificial intelligence concepts and practical applications.
- Experience with Microsoft Copilot or an approved equivalent artificial intelligence solution.
- Lead implementation of cybersecurity controls across ACWS environments and pipelines.
- Monitor vulnerabilities and support risk mitigation activities.
- Coordinate Risk Management Framework, compliance, and security response efforts.
- Collaborate with DevSecOps, infrastructure, and program teams to protect system data and operations.
- Familiarity with federal security requirements, eMASS coordination, IL5/IL6 environments, low-code platforms, and compliance support for mission systems is strongly desired.
- Experience with Appian-based solutions in federal or regulated environments is strongly preferred.
About the company
DSA provides mission-essential solutions for Defense and Federal Government customers, including Systems Engineering and Integration, Software Development, Data Analytics, Cyber Operations and Security, Systems Modernization, Cloud Solutions, Enterprise Collaboration and Knowledge Management, and Critical Infrastructure Intelligence Systems. It delivers end-to-end programs that combine engineering, development, security, cloud, collaboration, and analytics to meet sensitive government requirements. The company differentiates itself through employee ownership, a long history since 1963, and formal compliance and process standards such as ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and CMMI Level 3. Its goal is to provide trusted, secure, and dependable capabilities to DoD, Civil agencies, universities, and private sector partners across the United States, supporting mission-critical operations across 60+ locations.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Pennsylvania
Founded
1963
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- May 2026 eCAP and March 2026 ERDS awards extend revenue visibility into 2028.
- CMMC Level 2 C3PAO certification in December 2025 strengthens access to defense deals.
- Joseph Bartasius drives captures across Defense, Federal Civilian, Intel, and CIP markets.
What critics are saying
- A September 2025 network breach exposed personal information and invites follow-on claims.
- The 2026 CEO transition concentrates execution risk during active growth and portfolio change.
- Federal contract dependence leaves DSA vulnerable if Army recompetes, cuts scope, or delays options.
What makes Data Systems Analysts unique
- DSA is 100% employee-owned, aligning execution with customer retention and employee loyalty.
- Its 2026 leadership adds John Foley, Robert Wheeler, and mission-specific vice presidents.
- DSA won a $193 million, five-year Army eCAP task order in May 2026.
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Company News
Joseph Bartasius assumes DSA chief growth officer role.
Somplasky joined DSA in 2015 as the director of Quality Management and Program Excellence and was eventually promoted to senior director and named chief information security officer in 2016.