VMD Corp Careers - Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

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VMD Corp Careers { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "JobPosting", "datePosted": "2026-07-27", "description": "

As a Vision, Mission, and Driven company, VMD has been delivering information technology solutions to the Federal government in Agile Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Critical Infrastructure Protection since 2002. Our mission has now expanded, and we have merged with Xcelerate Solutions to revolutionize end-to-end enterprise security. Together we are committed to protecting our nation\u2019s citizens, critical infrastructure, and resources.
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Why Join VMD Corp?
At VMD, now a part of Xcelerate Solutions, you have the opportunity to thrive in your career and become a Game Changer. The quality and talent of our people is what drives our success. We embrace an employee-first culture and make it a priority to provide professional development opportunities that foster career growth.
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We help protect American Citizens and the nation\u2019s most critical infrastructure by working alongside our customers and delivering game changing solutions to strengthen their missions. We believe our passion and commitment to achieve our customers' goals and solve their most critical challenges defines who we are. We don\u2019t just dream big, we act on it \u2013 through teamwork, dedication, and resilience.\u00A0\u00A0

Your Impact to the Mission: \u00A0
As a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist you will be responsible to deliver security and compliance expertise leadership to support multiple IT projects, programs, and initiatives. You will be supporting the assessment and authorization (A&A) process, determining current security postures, tracking vulnerabilities and POA&Ms, and identifying potential cybersecurity risk.\u00A0
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The Senior Cybersecurity Specialist will be responsible for:

Actively participate and lead meetings to review and assess compliance of systems and technology
Perform risk assessments based on Federal guidelines and industry best practices
Assist teams in identifying vulnerabilities and providing recommendations to reduce cybersecurity risk
Create and mature control-specific procedures for RMF control families by interpreting NIST requirements, identifying system-specific implementation needs, and developing effective procedural documentation that supports both mission operations and defensible compliance. \u00A0
Articulate and report on cybersecurity risk and compliance to executives and senior leaders
Understand Vulnerability details, both technical and control-based, and craft actionable remediation plans and mitigation strategies
Create, maintain, and track POA&Ms \u2013 working with system owners and technical teams to identify corrective actions, document mitigations, monitor remediation progress, and support timely closure of security findings. \u00A0
Support remediation of control-based POA&Ms by analyzing control weaknesses, recommending corrective actions or mitigations, coordinating with technical teams, and reviewing closure evidence to confirm the weakness has been resolved.
Author A&A documentation to create foundational RMF documentation to support system authorization
Continually improve the cybersecurity risk assessment and POA&M process and program\u00A0
Aggregate and track cybersecurity POA&Ms and risks across projects, teams, and programs
Respond to and triage security incidents as a key member of the incident response team\u00A0
Communicate cybersecurity best practices based on policies, standards, and controls \u00A0\u00A0

Experience Needed to Be Successful:

5+ years of cybersecurity and compliance experience\u00A0
Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification\u00A0
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration across a variety of stakeholders\u00A0
Demonstrated ability to function independently and define the proper methods & procedures\u00A0
Understanding of guiding cybersecurity principles and control guidance\u00A0
Effective writing skills to capture issues and recommendations\u00A0
Strong customer relationship building ability \u00A0\u00A0

Basic Qualifiers:

Education Requirement: Bachelor\u2019s degree \u00A0
Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree?\u202FYes\u00A0
Required Certification(s):\u202FCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)\u00A0
Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5
Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field:\u202F5
Minimum Clearance to Start:\u202FSecret\u00A0
Work Status Allowable:\u202FUS Citizenship\u00A0

The Type of Person That Will Excel:

You are curious, inquisitive, and have demonstrated a constant eagerness to learn through actions.\u00A0
You have high attention to detail.\u00A0
You demonstrate personal accountability and integrity in all actions. \u00A0
You have a passion for Cybersecurity.
Takes ownership of assigned systems, assessments, deadlines, and deliverables without needing heavy supervision.
Understands that compliance is not just paperwork and is able to connect control requirements to practical Cybersecurity outcomes.
Is comfortable operating in a customer-facing environment and can represent the organization professionally during reviews, audits, assessments, and status meetings.
Is comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, assessments, and documentation efforts \u2013 even when new, competing requirements with short timelines come to light.\u00A0 \u00A0

Compensation, Benefits & Application Information:\u202F\u202F \u00A0

Anticipated salary range: $130,000\u202Fto $150,000\u202Fannually\u202F\u00A0
Comprehensive benefits package, including: \u202F\u202F\u00A0
Medical | Dental | Vision\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Vacation and Sick Time\u202F\u202F\u00A0
11 Paid Holidays Per Year\u202F\u202F\u00A0
401(k) Retirement Plan\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Education and Professional Development Reimbursement\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Other benefits\u202Fin accordance with\u202Fcompany plans and policies\u202F\u202F\u00A0\u00A0

To apply, apply through the Xcelerate Careers site. \u00A0Applications will be accepted until\u202FOctober 15, 2026.\u00A0

Travel and Telecommuting:

Travel:\u202FLittle (less than 10%)\u00A0
Telecommute Options:\u202FYes, Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)
On-call: \u00A0Required periodically, with annual coverage varying up to 3-4 months

Xcelerate Solutions and its subsidiaries are Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers.\u00A0 We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability. 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Our mission has now expanded, and we have merged with Xcelerate Solutions to revolutionize end-to-end enterprise security. Together we are committed to protecting our nation’s citizens, critical infrastructure, and resources. Why Join VMD Corp?At VMD, now a part of Xcelerate Solutions, you have the opportunity to thrive in your career and become a Game Changer. The quality and talent of our people is what drives our success. We embrace an employee-first culture and make it a priority to provide professional development opportunities that foster career growth. We help protect American Citizens and the nation’s most critical infrastructure by working alongside our customers and delivering game changing solutions to strengthen their missions. We believe our passion and commitment to achieve our customers' goals and solve their most critical challenges defines who we are. We don’t just dream big, we act on it – through teamwork, dedication, and resilience. Your Impact to the Mission: As a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist you will be responsible to deliver security and compliance expertise leadership to support multiple IT projects, programs, and initiatives. You will be supporting the assessment and authorization (A&A) process, determining current security postures, tracking vulnerabilities and POA&Ms, and identifying potential cybersecurity risk. The Senior Cybersecurity Specialist will be responsible for: Actively participate and lead meetings to review and assess compliance of systems and technology Perform risk assessments based on Federal guidelines and industry best practices Assist teams in identifying vulnerabilities and providing recommendations to reduce cybersecurity risk Create and mature control-specific procedures for RMF control families by interpreting NIST requirements, identifying system-specific implementation needs, and developing effective procedural documentation that supports both mission operations and defensible compliance. Articulate and report on cybersecurity risk and compliance to executives and senior leaders Understand Vulnerability details, both technical and control-based, and craft actionable remediation plans and mitigation strategiesCreate, maintain, and track POA&Ms – working with system owners and technical teams to identify corrective actions, document mitigations, monitor remediation progress, and support timely closure of security findings. Support remediation of control-based POA&Ms by analyzing control weaknesses, recommending corrective actions or mitigations, coordinating with technical teams, and reviewing closure evidence to confirm the weakness has been resolved.Author A&A documentation to create foundational RMF documentation to support system authorizationContinually improve the cybersecurity risk assessment and POA&M process and program Aggregate and track cybersecurity POA&Ms and risks across projects, teams, and programs Respond to and triage security incidents as a key member of the incident response team Communicate cybersecurity best practices based on policies, standards, and controls Experience Needed to Be Successful: 5+ years of cybersecurity and compliance experience Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration across a variety of stakeholders Demonstrated ability to function independently and define the proper methods & procedures Understanding of guiding cybersecurity principles and control guidance Effective writing skills to capture issues and recommendations Strong customer relationship building ability Basic Qualifiers: Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree? Yes Required Certification(s): Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field: 5Minimum Clearance to Start: Secret Work Status Allowable: US Citizenship The Type of Person That Will Excel: You are curious, inquisitive, and have demonstrated a constant eagerness to learn through actions. You have high attention to detail. You demonstrate personal accountability and integrity in all actions. You have a passion for Cybersecurity.Takes ownership of assigned systems, assessments, deadlines, and deliverables without needing heavy supervision.Understands that compliance is not just paperwork and is able to connect control requirements to practical Cybersecurity outcomes.Is comfortable operating in a customer-facing environment and can represent the organization professionally during reviews, audits, assessments, and status meetings.Is comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, assessments, and documentation efforts – even when new, competing requirements with short timelines come to light. Compensation, Benefits & Application Information: Anticipated salary range: $130,000 to $150,000 annually Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical | Dental | Vision Vacation and Sick Time 11 Paid Holidays Per Year 401(k) Retirement Plan Education and Professional Development Reimbursement Other benefits in accordance with company plans and policies To apply, apply through the Xcelerate Careers site. Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2026. Travel and Telecommuting: Travel: Little (less than 10%) Telecommute Options: Yes, Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)On-call: Required periodically, with annual coverage varying up to 3-4 monthsXcelerate Solutions and its subsidiaries are Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability. Xcelerate Solutions maintains a drug-free workplace. Apply Apply Later ← Back to Current Openings Share lang: en_US Share LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Email Powered by Jobvite

VMD Corp Careers { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "JobPosting", "datePosted": "2026-07-27", "description": "

Actively participate and lead meetings to review and assess compliance of systems and technology
Perform risk assessments based on Federal guidelines and industry best practices
Assist teams in identifying vulnerabilities and providing recommendations to reduce cybersecurity risk
Create and mature control-specific procedures for RMF control families by interpreting NIST requirements, identifying system-specific implementation needs, and developing effective procedural documentation that supports both mission operations and defensible compliance. \u00A0
Articulate and report on cybersecurity risk and compliance to executives and senior leaders
Understand Vulnerability details, both technical and control-based, and craft actionable remediation plans and mitigation strategies
Create, maintain, and track POA&Ms \u2013 working with system owners and technical teams to identify corrective actions, document mitigations, monitor remediation progress, and support timely closure of security findings. \u00A0
Support remediation of control-based POA&Ms by analyzing control weaknesses, recommending corrective actions or mitigations, coordinating with technical teams, and reviewing closure evidence to confirm the weakness has been resolved.
Author A&A documentation to create foundational RMF documentation to support system authorization
Continually improve the cybersecurity risk assessment and POA&M process and program\u00A0
Aggregate and track cybersecurity POA&Ms and risks across projects, teams, and programs
Respond to and triage security incidents as a key member of the incident response team\u00A0
Communicate cybersecurity best practices based on policies, standards, and controls \u00A0\u00A0

Experience Needed to Be Successful:

5+ years of cybersecurity and compliance experience\u00A0
Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification\u00A0
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration across a variety of stakeholders\u00A0
Demonstrated ability to function independently and define the proper methods & procedures\u00A0
Understanding of guiding cybersecurity principles and control guidance\u00A0
Effective writing skills to capture issues and recommendations\u00A0
Strong customer relationship building ability \u00A0\u00A0

Basic Qualifiers:

Education Requirement: Bachelor\u2019s degree \u00A0
Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree?\u202FYes\u00A0
Required Certification(s):\u202FCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)\u00A0
Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5
Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field:\u202F5
Minimum Clearance to Start:\u202FSecret\u00A0
Work Status Allowable:\u202FUS Citizenship\u00A0

The Type of Person That Will Excel:

You are curious, inquisitive, and have demonstrated a constant eagerness to learn through actions.\u00A0
You have high attention to detail.\u00A0
You demonstrate personal accountability and integrity in all actions. \u00A0
You have a passion for Cybersecurity.
Takes ownership of assigned systems, assessments, deadlines, and deliverables without needing heavy supervision.
Understands that compliance is not just paperwork and is able to connect control requirements to practical Cybersecurity outcomes.
Is comfortable operating in a customer-facing environment and can represent the organization professionally during reviews, audits, assessments, and status meetings.
Is comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, assessments, and documentation efforts \u2013 even when new, competing requirements with short timelines come to light.\u00A0 \u00A0

Compensation, Benefits & Application Information:\u202F\u202F \u00A0

Anticipated salary range: $130,000\u202Fto $150,000\u202Fannually\u202F\u00A0
Comprehensive benefits package, including: \u202F\u202F\u00A0
Medical | Dental | Vision\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Vacation and Sick Time\u202F\u202F\u00A0
11 Paid Holidays Per Year\u202F\u202F\u00A0
401(k) Retirement Plan\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Education and Professional Development Reimbursement\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Other benefits\u202Fin accordance with\u202Fcompany plans and policies\u202F\u202F\u00A0\u00A0

To apply, apply through the Xcelerate Careers site. \u00A0Applications will be accepted until\u202FOctober 15, 2026.\u00A0

Travel and Telecommuting:

Travel:\u202FLittle (less than 10%)\u00A0
Telecommute Options:\u202FYes, Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)
On-call: \u00A0Required periodically, with annual coverage varying up to 3-4 months

VMD Corp Careers { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "JobPosting", "datePosted": "2026-07-27", "description": "

Actively participate and lead meetings to review and assess compliance of systems and technology
Perform risk assessments based on Federal guidelines and industry best practices
Assist teams in identifying vulnerabilities and providing recommendations to reduce cybersecurity risk
Create and mature control-specific procedures for RMF control families by interpreting NIST requirements, identifying system-specific implementation needs, and developing effective procedural documentation that supports both mission operations and defensible compliance. \u00A0
Articulate and report on cybersecurity risk and compliance to executives and senior leaders
Understand Vulnerability details, both technical and control-based, and craft actionable remediation plans and mitigation strategies
Create, maintain, and track POA&Ms \u2013 working with system owners and technical teams to identify corrective actions, document mitigations, monitor remediation progress, and support timely closure of security findings. \u00A0
Support remediation of control-based POA&Ms by analyzing control weaknesses, recommending corrective actions or mitigations, coordinating with technical teams, and reviewing closure evidence to confirm the weakness has been resolved.
Author A&A documentation to create foundational RMF documentation to support system authorization
Continually improve the cybersecurity risk assessment and POA&M process and program\u00A0
Aggregate and track cybersecurity POA&Ms and risks across projects, teams, and programs
Respond to and triage security incidents as a key member of the incident response team\u00A0
Communicate cybersecurity best practices based on policies, standards, and controls \u00A0\u00A0

Experience Needed to Be Successful:

5+ years of cybersecurity and compliance experience\u00A0
Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification\u00A0
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration across a variety of stakeholders\u00A0
Demonstrated ability to function independently and define the proper methods & procedures\u00A0
Understanding of guiding cybersecurity principles and control guidance\u00A0
Effective writing skills to capture issues and recommendations\u00A0
Strong customer relationship building ability \u00A0\u00A0

Basic Qualifiers:

Education Requirement: Bachelor\u2019s degree \u00A0
Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree?\u202FYes\u00A0
Required Certification(s):\u202FCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)\u00A0
Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5
Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field:\u202F5
Minimum Clearance to Start:\u202FSecret\u00A0
Work Status Allowable:\u202FUS Citizenship\u00A0

The Type of Person That Will Excel:

You are curious, inquisitive, and have demonstrated a constant eagerness to learn through actions.\u00A0
You have high attention to detail.\u00A0
You demonstrate personal accountability and integrity in all actions. \u00A0
You have a passion for Cybersecurity.
Takes ownership of assigned systems, assessments, deadlines, and deliverables without needing heavy supervision.
Understands that compliance is not just paperwork and is able to connect control requirements to practical Cybersecurity outcomes.
Is comfortable operating in a customer-facing environment and can represent the organization professionally during reviews, audits, assessments, and status meetings.
Is comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, assessments, and documentation efforts \u2013 even when new, competing requirements with short timelines come to light.\u00A0 \u00A0

Compensation, Benefits & Application Information:\u202F\u202F \u00A0

Anticipated salary range: $130,000\u202Fto $150,000\u202Fannually\u202F\u00A0
Comprehensive benefits package, including: \u202F\u202F\u00A0
Medical | Dental | Vision\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Vacation and Sick Time\u202F\u202F\u00A0
11 Paid Holidays Per Year\u202F\u202F\u00A0
401(k) Retirement Plan\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Education and Professional Development Reimbursement\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Other benefits\u202Fin accordance with\u202Fcompany plans and policies\u202F\u202F\u00A0\u00A0

To apply, apply through the Xcelerate Careers site. \u00A0Applications will be accepted until\u202FOctober 15, 2026.\u00A0

Travel and Telecommuting:

Travel:\u202FLittle (less than 10%)\u00A0
Telecommute Options:\u202FYes, Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)
On-call: \u00A0Required periodically, with annual coverage varying up to 3-4 months

{ "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "JobPosting", "datePosted": "2026-07-27", "description": "

Actively participate and lead meetings to review and assess compliance of systems and technology
Perform risk assessments based on Federal guidelines and industry best practices
Assist teams in identifying vulnerabilities and providing recommendations to reduce cybersecurity risk
Create and mature control-specific procedures for RMF control families by interpreting NIST requirements, identifying system-specific implementation needs, and developing effective procedural documentation that supports both mission operations and defensible compliance. \u00A0
Articulate and report on cybersecurity risk and compliance to executives and senior leaders
Understand Vulnerability details, both technical and control-based, and craft actionable remediation plans and mitigation strategies
Create, maintain, and track POA&Ms \u2013 working with system owners and technical teams to identify corrective actions, document mitigations, monitor remediation progress, and support timely closure of security findings. \u00A0
Support remediation of control-based POA&Ms by analyzing control weaknesses, recommending corrective actions or mitigations, coordinating with technical teams, and reviewing closure evidence to confirm the weakness has been resolved.
Author A&A documentation to create foundational RMF documentation to support system authorization
Continually improve the cybersecurity risk assessment and POA&M process and program\u00A0
Aggregate and track cybersecurity POA&Ms and risks across projects, teams, and programs
Respond to and triage security incidents as a key member of the incident response team\u00A0
Communicate cybersecurity best practices based on policies, standards, and controls \u00A0\u00A0

Experience Needed to Be Successful:

5+ years of cybersecurity and compliance experience\u00A0
Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification\u00A0
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration across a variety of stakeholders\u00A0
Demonstrated ability to function independently and define the proper methods & procedures\u00A0
Understanding of guiding cybersecurity principles and control guidance\u00A0
Effective writing skills to capture issues and recommendations\u00A0
Strong customer relationship building ability \u00A0\u00A0

Basic Qualifiers:

Education Requirement: Bachelor\u2019s degree \u00A0
Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree?\u202FYes\u00A0
Required Certification(s):\u202FCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)\u00A0
Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5
Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field:\u202F5
Minimum Clearance to Start:\u202FSecret\u00A0
Work Status Allowable:\u202FUS Citizenship\u00A0

The Type of Person That Will Excel:

You are curious, inquisitive, and have demonstrated a constant eagerness to learn through actions.\u00A0
You have high attention to detail.\u00A0
You demonstrate personal accountability and integrity in all actions. \u00A0
You have a passion for Cybersecurity.
Takes ownership of assigned systems, assessments, deadlines, and deliverables without needing heavy supervision.
Understands that compliance is not just paperwork and is able to connect control requirements to practical Cybersecurity outcomes.
Is comfortable operating in a customer-facing environment and can represent the organization professionally during reviews, audits, assessments, and status meetings.
Is comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, assessments, and documentation efforts \u2013 even when new, competing requirements with short timelines come to light.\u00A0 \u00A0

Compensation, Benefits & Application Information:\u202F\u202F \u00A0

Anticipated salary range: $130,000\u202Fto $150,000\u202Fannually\u202F\u00A0
Comprehensive benefits package, including: \u202F\u202F\u00A0
Medical | Dental | Vision\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Vacation and Sick Time\u202F\u202F\u00A0
11 Paid Holidays Per Year\u202F\u202F\u00A0
401(k) Retirement Plan\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Education and Professional Development Reimbursement\u202F\u202F\u00A0
Other benefits\u202Fin accordance with\u202Fcompany plans and policies\u202F\u202F\u00A0\u00A0

To apply, apply through the Xcelerate Careers site. \u00A0Applications will be accepted until\u202FOctober 15, 2026.\u00A0

Travel and Telecommuting:

Travel:\u202FLittle (less than 10%)\u00A0
Telecommute Options:\u202FYes, Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)
On-call: \u00A0Required periodically, with annual coverage varying up to 3-4 months

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Cyber CareersHybrid Remote, Colorado Springs, Colorado