Security & Safety Jobs in Herndon, VA (Now Hiring) — 688 open — Page 2
The Swift Group, LLC
Cyber Security Engineer SME
Herndon, Virginia, United States · On-site
Senior+
Swift is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, …
Come join our team! At Unlimited Technology, we are committed to our company's core values of Passion, Collaboration, Innovation and Adaptability. With offices throughout the United States, we are a premier cyber and phy…
Skills: Access control systems, IP camera installation, Troubleshooting, Burglar alarm systems, Electronic security systems
POSITION SUMMARY Position is responsible for preparing, reviewing, issuing and monitoring bid documents; reviewing and evaluating bid proposals; preparing, reviewing and issuing subcontract documents; and monitoring the …
As a Facilities Manager, you will maintain standard operating procedures of the mail room, manage and maintain office supply inventories and assist management, management postal and parcel deliveries and pickups and assi…
Dark Wolf is seeking Cloud Cybersecurity Analyst to join a collaborative team to design, defend, and continuously evaluate the enterprise security architecture and government accreditation posture for critical IT network…
Principal, Technical Program Manager, Secure Connection Services (SCS), Tactical Edge Mission Engineering Group (TEMEG)
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$177k–$239k/yr
Senior+$67M raised
Shape the future of secure communications for the world's most critical missions. As a Principal Technical Program Manager for SCS TEMEG, you'll define the strategy and lead customers and cross-functional teams to solve …
The SOC / Incident Response Engineer supports enterprise security monitoring, incident response, and threat detection across a hybrid IT environment, including on-premises infrastructure and cloud services. This role pro…
Principal, Technical Business Developer, AWS Wickr | TEMEG
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$176k–$238k/yr
Senior+$67M raised
Shape the future of secure communications for the world's most critical missions. As a Principal Technical Business Developer for AWS Wickr | TEMEG, you define strategy and lead customers and cross-functional teams to so…
Systems Development Engineer II, AWS Commerce Platform-ADC
Herndon, Virginia, United States · On-site
$129k–$175k/yr
Mid level$67M raised
The Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC), AWS Commerce Platform team is hiring a cleared Systems Development Engineer to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity to use the latest cloud computing technologies to help U.S. …
Skills: Systems engineering, Cloud computing, Distributed systems, Automation, Troubleshooting
Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States · On-site
$66k–$106k/yr
Mid level
Responsibilities Peraton, an industry leader providing innovative solutions for space, critical intelligence community missions, and offensive and defensive cyber operations, is actively seeking a Mid-Level Pricing Analy…
Software Engineering, Associate (DevOps) - Herndon, VA
Herndon, Virginia, United States · On-site
$66k–$106k/yr
Entry level
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking Entry-level DevOps Engineers in our Herndon, VA location to support a large software development classified program developing, operating, and maintaining mission critical enterprise c…
Security Officer Part Time DoD Secret Clearance Patrol
Herndon, Virginia, United States · On-site
Entry level$9.0B raised
Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking Entry-level Software Engineers in our Herndon, VA location to support a large software development classified program developing, operating, and maintaining mission critical enterprise…
Skills: Java, Software Engineering, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Test-driven Development
Trusted Connectivity for AI-Powered Dominance. Everfox delivers trusted connectivity to protect the world’s most critical environments and safeguard the sensitive data powering decision advantage. Built for mission-criti…
Skills: Capture management, Strategic planning, Government procurement, Business development, Competitive analysis
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking an Entry-level Data Science Associate in our Herndon, VA location to support a large software development classified program focused on developing, operating, and maintaining mission-c…
Cleared Escort with TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Poly Herndon, VA Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments. Cleared Escorts support secure facility op…
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The People & Culture Business Partner operates as a trusted consultant, balancing strategic partnership with hands-on execution while ensuring compliance with government regula…
Executive Operations Coordinator About Us: BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers with satellite imagery, automa…
Job Overview The Security Officer for ParkX Management ensures that the facility is run smoothly, safely, cleanly, and is a good experience for residents, tenants, and guests. Key Responsibilities Complete hourly patrol …
Skills: Security, Customer Service, Access Control, Patrol, Communication
Overview: Job Title: Senior Systems Administrator Work Location: Herndon, VA Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI Schedule: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, U.S. citizen…
Skills: Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware vSphere, Proxmox, Microsoft Azure
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Referral bonus
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Cyber Security Engineer will manage A&A packages, perform risk assessments, and ensure system compliance through regular vulnerability scanning and audits. They will collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to maintain a robust security posture across various customer environments.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in cybersecurity or system engineering and hold an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance. A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant discipline is preferred, along with strong expertise in network design and accreditation processes.
Full job description
Swift is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.
Swift is actively seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security System Engineer (ISSE) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the security and accreditation of information systems, performing risk assessments, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maintain a robust security posture.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage up to 10 A&A packages independently, ensuring timely updates, quality documentation, and full compliance with customer requirements.
Develop new A&A packages from inception through final ATO approval.
Provide evidence and respond to security control requirements within the customer’s A&A tool (e.g., Greenlight or equivalent).
Maintain and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) after ATO issuance.
Process Security-Relevant Changes (SRCs) and document all modifications to system configurations.
Collaborate closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on system changes, approvals, and ongoing compliance needs.
Perform vulnerability and compliance scans using Rapid7.
Work with development teams to ensure systems are patched regularly and all software versions remain current.
Conduct audits using Splunk, AWS CloudWatch, and AWS CloudTrail.
Navigate AWS Console (CAP) to gather evidence, validate configurations, and ensure system compliance.
Demonstrate familiarity with AWS serverless technologies such as Lambda, and containerized platforms.
Use JIRA and Confluence for workflow management, documentation, and collaboration.
Understand and work across multiple customer environments or fabrics.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) in a relevant discipline.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, system engineering, or information assurance.
Strong technical expertise in computer network design, implementation, and accreditation.
Proven ability to provide oversight and coordination for multiple contractors supporting program objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Expertise in certification and accreditation processes.
In-depth knowledge of security policies and frameworks such as:
US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required
Do you know anyone for this position, or other positions open at The Swift Group? We offer a $5,000 bonus for any referral candidate we hire, paid out at the new hire’s 90-day mark.
We are not working with outside staffing agencies to fill this position, and we will not be accepting unsolicited resumes. All inquiries must go through the recruiting team.
Swift is a mission-driven, employee-focused national security company built to solve our nation’s most complex technological and mission support challenges.
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Swift brings experienced operators and expert technologists together to design, build, and deliver solutions that move at mission speed. We support Intelligence Community, Defense, and Civilian customers across software development and data solutions, cyber enablement, HPC research and technical advisement, operations, training and mission support, and energetics.
Our approach is built around a simple idea: real-world operational experience and advanced engineering are stronger together. We work side-by-side with our customers, combining technical depth with mission understanding to deliver solutions with speed, precision, accountability, and discretion.
At our core, Swift is mission driven and employee focused. Our culture is built on trust, shared accountability, continuous learning, and investment in our people. Guided by our values of Transparency, Integrity, Investment, Service, and Innovation, we believe strong teams create stronger missions.
Invisible by Design. Impossible to Ignore.
Offices: 12100 Sunset Hills Rd, 310, Reston, VA 20190, US · 7050 Hi Tech Dr, Suite 200, Hanover, Maryland 21076, US · Honolulu, HI, US · Augusta, GA, US · Crane, IN, US
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Security & Safety jobs in Herndon, VA pay?
Based on 569 listings with disclosed salaries, most security & safety jobs in Herndon, VA pay between $92k–$216k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
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There are currently 688 open security & safety positions in Herndon, VA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Which companies are hiring for Security & Safety roles in Herndon, VA?
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Yes — 118 of the 688 open security & safety positions offer remote or hybrid work (25 remote, 93 hybrid).
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