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Armada Ltd

COMSEC Engineer - Functional Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

Familiarity with NSA UIC process.Familiarity with KMI and EKMS systems.Minimum/General Experience ... contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and ...

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

COMSEC Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$160K - $194K/yr

Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national ... Familiarity with NSA UIC process. * Familiarity with KMI and EKMS systems. Experience must include ...

American Systems Corporation

COMSEC Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$133K - $222K/yr

Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national ... Familiarity with NSA UIC process. * Familiarity with KMI and EKMS systems. Experience must include ...

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

COMSEC Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$160K - $194K/yr

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority ... Familiarity with NSA UIC process. * Familiarity with KMI and EKMS systems. Experience must include ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Billing Analyst

Reston, VA · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

... NSA.gov (MPO), ITSS. * Knowledge of GAAP, CAS, FAR/DCAA/DOD, and GSA. * Experience with Contractor invoicing systems: IOL Portal, SLICS, VIP/Exostar, Transcepta, sPRO. * High proficiency with ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for nsa contractor in Virginia is $46.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.21 and $72.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an NSA contractor?

An NSA Contractor is a private-sector employee who provides specialized services to the National Security Agency. These contractors work for external companies but support NSA missions in areas such as cybersecurity, intelligence analysis, and engineering. They often require security clearances and must adhere to strict government regulations. Unlike direct NSA employees, contractors are hired through third-party firms and may have different benefits and job stability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the NSA contractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an NSA Contractor, you generally need a background in cybersecurity, information technology, or intelligence analysis, with a relevant degree and security clearance. Familiarity with government systems, classified data handling, and certifications such as CISSP, Security+, or related IT credentials are often required. Strong analytical skills, discretion, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure you can effectively support national security missions while adhering to strict protocols and maintaining confidentiality.

What is the typical work environment for an NSA contractor, and how do contractors collaborate with agency employees?

NSA Contractors typically work on-site at secure government facilities or remotely with access to classified systems, depending on the project and security requirements. They frequently collaborate with full-time agency employees, participating in cross-functional teams and contributing specialized expertise to intelligence, IT, or cybersecurity projects. Communication is key, as contractors must navigate complex environments while adhering to strict confidentiality and security protocols. This collaborative structure facilitates knowledge sharing and ensures that project objectives align closely with the agency’s mission and operational standards.

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Cyber Security Analyst III (ISSE)

Scientific Research Corporation

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$103K - $172K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Salary Statement
Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $103,550.00/Yr. - USD $172,450.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Description
As a Carry-on Special Technologies Engineering and Integration (STEI) Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), this position is responsible for supporting the Information System Owner to complete security assessment, continuous monitoring, and configuration management responsibilities.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Developing and updating assessment and authorization documentation (Body of Evidence) for management and continuous monitoring of information systems
  • Performing ongoing compliance assessments using tools, such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Secure Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), and McAfee Virus Scan Enterprise, while reviewing, documenting, and maintaining all results
  • Verifying patches and virus definitions to the systems using existing automated tools
  • Adhering to pre-defined configuration management and change management policies and procedures for authorizing software prior to its implementation on systems
  • Performing security audits to track multiple events including any signs of inappropriate or unusual activity, intrusion events, data transfers, etc.
  • Performing security assessments of NCS Family of Systems in accordance with NIST, Navy, NSA and NAVINTEL IA guidance
  • Working with system engineers to take corrective action to resolve identified problems
  • Performing Site Based Security Assessments (SBSAs) of systems and recommending authorization to the Designated Authorizing Official (DAO) as a certified trusted agent
  • Reporting security incidents in accordance with the command incident response plan
  • Ensuring systems are operated, used, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with all applicable security policies and practices

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Requirements
  • Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance w/CI Poly (or willing to sit for CI Poly)
  • Must be able to be appointed ISSE for NCS systems within 6-months of employment
  • Experience in validation of POA&Ms, ACAC/Nessus, Jfrog Xray, SCAP, DISA STIGs and general RMF artifacts
  • Experience in applying STIG and security control hardening along with reverse engineering potential systematic operational functionality breaks with potential compensating risk management approaches
  • 2-5 years of cybersecurity experience
  • Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes
  • Have developed communication skills and the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely
  • Must be a team player, dedicated to program support, capable of multitasking and working several complex and diverse tasks with simultaneous or near simultaneous deadlines
  • Be a self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision
  • Be open to new and innovative ideas

Desired Skills
  • Proficiency in a scripting language such as JavaScript, PHP, Python, Bash, Powershell, etc.
  • Proven experience with container technologies (e.g., Docker, Podmon, Kubernettes)
  • Familiarity with the CI/CD tools such as BitBucket, Jenkins, SonarQube, Artifactory, and JFrog Xray
  • Experience developing custom automation scripts, specifically within a containerized CI/CD pipeline
  • Experience with Amazon EKS or other container orchestration platforms
  • Knowledge of data flows and the ability to work up readable network topology and data flow diagrams
  • Experience with the following systems/platforms/tools: XACTA, XACTA 360 (preferred), eMASS, HBSS, ACAS, Nessus, SPLUNK
  • Experience with NAVINTEL IA and NSA Enterprise Services, like Continuous Monitoring
  • Knowledge of the following web servers: Apache Web Server, Apache Tomcat, Red Hat JBOSS, nginx, MS IIS
  • Knowledge of VMWare ESXi
  • Knowledge of configuration of the following SQL databases: MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MariaDB, MySQL, Elasticsearch
  • Extensive training or experience with Windows and UNIX based Information Systems standards with a working knowledge of networking devices

Clearance Information
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL with CI POLY ELIGIBILITY
Travel Requirements
  • 10% travel

About Us
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
EEO
Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
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