Senior Software Engineer in Virginia Beach

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This position is contingent upon successful contract award.

Oversee and implement comprehensive security protocols. Ensure systems remain resilient and compliant with the latest Department of Defense (DoD) standards. Possess a deep understanding of information assurance (IA) frameworks and hold the necessary technical certifications to manage privileged access environments and defend against evolving digital threats.

Key Responsibilities

• System Security Oversight: Monitor, evaluate, and maintain the security posture of enterprise systems to ensure continuous operational availability.
• Compliance Management: Ensure all systems adhere to DoDM 8140.03 standards and maintain the required IAT and IAM level benchmarks.
• Cyber Defense & Incident Handling: Utilize advanced tools to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents, ensuring rapid recovery and mitigation of vulnerabilities.
• Privileged Access Management: Manage and secure Computing Environments (CE) and Operating Systems (OS), ensuring all users with privileged access meet specific training and certification requirements.
• Documentation & Auditing: Develop and maintain security documentation, including Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and System Security Plans (SSP).
• Technical Agility: Ability to pivot between management-level compliance oversight and technical cyber defense tactics.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to verifying certification currency and system compliance.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex cybersecurity requirements into actionable steps for non-technical stakeholders.
• Travel may be required

Requirements:

Technical Qualifications & Certifications

Candidates must meet the following certification requirements across several tiers:

• Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II: Must hold at least one of the following: Security+ CE, GSEC, SSCP, or CCNA-Security.
• Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level II: Must hold at least one of the following: CISSP (or Associate), CISM, CASP-CE, CAP, or GSLC.
• Cyber Defense (CD): Demonstrated proficiency through CEH, GCIA, CSIH, or GCIH certifications.
• Computing Environment (CE): Must possess a valid Operating System/Computing Environment (OS/CE) certificate of training for applicable systems where privileged access is required.

Experience & Education Requirements

To qualify for this position under the DoDM 8140.03 framework, candidates must meet one of the following education/experience combinations:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
• Associates Degree combined with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience.
• Successful completion of CNSSI 4012, 4013, 4014, 4015, or 4016 training.
• 5–9 years of direct experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or a closely related technical field.

Clearance Requirements: Possesses and maintain Top Secret Clearance (SCI )

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• TriCare Supplemental
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on , , , , , , , protected veteran status, , , , genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.