Information Security Specialist

2 weeks ago


Chantilly, Virginia, United States Acclaim Technical Services Full time


Acclaim Technical Services, established in 2000, stands as a premier provider of language, operational, and technological services to a diverse array of U.S. Federal agencies. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, we pride ourselves on our unique structure, which is rare in our industry.

Our commitment to employee ownership is a key strength, contributing to our consistent recognition as a top workplace in the DC area and our ongoing growth.


We are currently seeking skilled Information Security Specialists with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to enhance our team in Northern Virginia.

In this role, you will be tasked with supporting, addressing, and executing customer-directed responsibilities, objectives, and tasks tailored to specific customer projects and programs.


Position Overview:
ATS is in search of a dedicated and knowledgeable Information Security Specialist to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of information security principles and practices, along with hands-on experience with various security technologies.

In this capacity, you will oversee the security of our organization's information systems and networks.

Key Responsibilities:
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Utilizes data from an array of cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to assess events occurring within their environments to mitigate potential threats.


Analyzes, interprets, and reports all events and anomalies in line with computer network directives, including initiating, responding to, and documenting discovered events.

Evaluates, tests, recommends, coordinates, monitors, and maintains cybersecurity policies, procedures, and systems, including access management for hardware, firmware, and software.

Ensures that cybersecurity plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures are in alignment with established cybersecurity standards.


Identifies security vulnerabilities and exposures, determines the causes of security breaches, and proposes measures to prevent future incidents and enhance security.


Develops methodologies and procedures for conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and compliance audits, evaluating and testing hardware, firmware, and software for potential impacts on system security, and investigating and resolving security incidents such as intrusions, fraud, attacks, or data leaks.

Provides advanced guidance and mentorship to less-experienced cybersecurity personnel.

May act as a team or task leader (not in a managerial capacity).

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Education Requirements:

BA/BS degree (or equivalent experience)

Experience Requirements:

8-10 years of relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action


ATS is dedicated to a program of equal employment opportunity, ensuring no discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our policy is not only to refrain from employment discrimination as mandated by various federal, state, and local laws but also to actively pursue affirmative action to ensure full equal employment opportunity for women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

We support the employment and advancement of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, treating qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disabilities or veteran status.

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