Cyber Security Specialist

This is a contingent position expected to be located in St. Paul, MN.

This position requires an active U.S. national security clearance and the ability to obtain one. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link. Additionally, travel may be required to customer and subcontractor sites as well as other office locations.

Accelint is a mission-driven technology company focused on strengthening national security and supporting critical industries. We build the technologies that help operators and organizations see what’s happening, make faster and better decisions, take action with confidence, and stay ready for what comes next. Our work includes advanced sensors, autonomous systems, mission command and control software, AI-enabled training and simulation, and tools that improve logistics, maintenance, and overall readiness.

For nearly 30 years we have supported military and civilian agencies across the Department of Defense, U.S. allies and partners, and essential industries. When you join Accelint, your work directly contributes to protecting national security and strengthening the systems our society depends on.

The Cyber Security Specialist performs duties across multiple areas of information technology, such as computer hardware, server software, networking, telecommunications, computer support, database analysis, data security, and other areas of the overall IT platform/infrastructure. Responsible for the stability, integrity, and operation of all systems by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network software, hardware, and operating systems. They report system downtime and performance issues.

The Cyber Security Specialist will conduct analysis, including planning, designing, and evaluating a variety of information technology tools. This role will require collaboration with other data scientists and software engineers. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in , with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Implement and support cybersecurity standards to include NIST and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) standards
• Assist with the development of system information assurance (IA) documentation to support RMF accreditation through the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
• Perform regular systems security scans and maintain records of such scans using tools such as STIGs, ACAS, CWE, CVE, and HBSS
• Respond to Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) as necessary to address systems vulnerabilities
• Work with systems owners, government managers, and other stakeholders to manage cybersecurity requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related Information Technology degree
• Experience working within an Agile Scrum software development team
• Familiarity with software develop practices for cloud infrastructures and environments (i.e., Containerization, Container Orchestration, CI/CD automation tools, and Infrastructure-as-Code)
• At least 2 years of experience in cyber security or related discipline.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Currently hold an active US security clearance or be able to obtain one

• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Information Systems Security Officer / Manager (ISSO / ISSM)
• Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level3 Certified

Hybrid work environment. In-person collaboration is required to support engagement with the software engineering team. In addition to in-office days, employees have the flexibility to telework (with supervisor approval) on designated days or as needed, provided they adhere to established communication protocols and fulfill their work responsibilities effectively. Additionally, travel may be required to customer and subcontractor sites as well as other office locations.

Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information. Positions that require this access will be required to receive and maintain a U.S. government personnel security clearance (PCL). In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must be a US Citizen and either currently possess this National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout their employment.

To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link.

Accelint companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local law. We ensure that all employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and other terms and…