Cybersecurity Auditor (Linux)

TekSynap•Fort Belvoir, VA

12d•$125,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

TekSynap is seeking a Cybersecurity Auditor to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, as part of its Cyber Operations Readiness Assessment (CORA) team. The role performs technical assessments of Linux environments, vulnerability scanning, endpoint security reviews, and container security reviews to ensure compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. When not conducting assessments, the auditor supports DTRA sites with Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) application, vulnerability remediation, and Authorization to Operate (ATO) preparation. The role also supports internal security controls and produces detailed assessment reports and recommendations for addressing findings. The successful candidate will support mission needs and multi-domain assessment coverage, cross-train into multiple functional disciplines, and support operational requirements. The position is based in an office environment at Fort Belvoir, VA, with a low noise level and approximately 20% travel. The regular schedule is day shift, Monday through Friday, though evenings and weekends may be requested to meet program and contract needs. U.S. citizenship and Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility are required. The target salary range is $125,000–$160,000.

Requirements

8–10 years of experience.
Bachelor of Science degree, or four additional years of experience.
Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
U.S. citizenship.
DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level III certification, such as CISSP, CISM, GSLC, CAP, or CASP+.
Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Conduct reviews of Linux systems for STIG compliance and secure configuration.
Execute vulnerability scans using ACAS and validate remediation efforts.
Assess Tanium and Trellix endpoint security tools for proper deployment and configuration.
Review Docker and Kubernetes platforms for secure configuration and compliance.
Provide technical support for STIG implementation and ATO documentation.
Develop assessment reports and provide prioritized remediation strategies.
Support DTRA sites with STIG application, vulnerability remediation, and ATO preparation.
Support mission needs and multi-domain assessment coverage, cross-train into multiple functional disciplines, and support operational needs.