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# Cybersecurity Engineer - Web Application Firewall (F5 ASM) at Electrosoft

- **Company:** Electrosoft
- **Location:** Richmond VA Columbus, OH
- **Compensation:** $125k–$135k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-18
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/electrosoft/jobs/4373453009

## Job description

Electrosoft Services, LLC is an award-winning company that provides comprehensive technology-based solutions and services to federal customers. While cybersecurity is our specialty, we also focus on ICAM, Zero Trust, digital engineering and transformation, and enterprise AI and intelligent automation. We always seek to delight our customers, so we retain highly qualified employees and offer them meaningful work, growth opportunities, and work-life balance. What sets us apart from all other contractors is the sense of [teamwork](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.electrosoft-inc.com%2Fteamspeak&data=05%7C02%7Chkaplan%40electrosoft-inc.com%7C287b9d5d1c5b42dd791808ded6d7260b%7Cbbefbf8a1e224568865e506671055136%7C0%7C0%7C639184416705695983%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FXKnUsZFum%2BpB2HFbxOf9LEUDvYCedZlwTgc1O1MK4I%3D&reserved=0) our employees feel – and the knowledge that outstanding effort is recognized and rewarded.  The camaraderie we share emanates from Lunch & Learn sessions where we explore new ideas together, fun group activities ranging from escape rooms to miniature golf, and much, much more. If we’ve described you and your dream workplace, please apply and share in the many benefits and opportunities we offer.

Cybersecurity Engineer - Web Application Firewall (F5 ASM)

Position Summary

Electrosoft is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to provide enterprise-level cybersecurity engineering and sustainment support for a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. This position will focus on Web Application Firewall (WAF) technologies, including F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager (ASM), supporting the protection, availability, and security of DLA web applications.

The Cybersecurity Engineer will provide security engineering support across the planning, design, development, testing, integration, implementation, and sustainment of cybersecurity solutions.

## Key Responsibilities

- Configure, apply, test, maintain, and optimize WAF policies supporting DLA websites and applications.
- Work with application and website stakeholders to identify security requirements and develop appropriate WAF policies.
- Perform operational and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, patching, upgrades, and configuration changes for WAF environments.
- Analyze application security requirements and recommend appropriate security controls and configurations.
- Support testing of WAF policies and security configurations prior to production implementation.
- Troubleshoot application and WAF issues and identify corrective actions to improve system reliability and security.
- Support manufacturer software, firmware, service-pack, and maintenance releases.
- Perform scheduled maintenance with minimal impact to government users and mission operations.
- Develop and maintain implementation documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and WAF policy documentation.
- Support system security testing, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities.
- Coordinate changes through established Government change-management processes.
- Provide technical recommendations regarding WAF capabilities, enhancements, and emerging technologies.
- Provide technical briefings, documentation, and training materials as required.

## Basic Qualifications

- Seven (7) years of relevant IT experience
- DOD Secret Clearance
- Must be eligible for IT I
- Relevant certification meeting DOD 8570/8140 IAT level III
- Relevant certification meeting DOD 8570/8140 CND-IS
- Computing Environment: F5 Certified Technology Specialist is ASM

Pay Range $125,000—$135,000 USD

Electrosoft is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

## About Electrosoft

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Electrosoft is an award-winning IT and professional services firm specializing in cybersecurity and digital engineering for federal government clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped – no venture funding disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Reston, Virginia, USA
- **Founded**: 2001
- **Founders**: Dr. Sarbari Gupta (CEO)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, IT Professional Services, Digital Engineering, Identity & Access Management
- **Target customers**: U.S. federal government agencies (civilian and defense) – B2G (Business-to-Government)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: Deliver the highest quality solutions and services through an emphasis on integrity, customer service, excellence, teamwork and respect. [electrosoft-inc.com/who-we-are](https://electrosoft-inc.com/who-we-are)

## Products & Services
For each major offering:
- **Cybersecurity Services**: Vulnerability assessments, security controls assessment, PKI, Zero Trust architecture, security operations program management – delivered as managed services and consulting engagements.
- **Digital Engineering & Modernization**: Cloud architecture, application modernization, system integration, and DevSecOps – including automation and AI-enabled solutions.
- **Identity & Access Management (IAM)**: Mobile credentials, PKI lifecycle management, and federal identity standards (e.g., electronic authentication, PIV).
- **Professional Services**: Program and project management, technical project management, IT leadership, and administrative support.
- **Software Development & Testing**: Custom application development, SAP (ABAP/Business Analyst), and testing/QA services.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of approximately $22.4 million (estimated by LinkedIn, based on firmographic data). [linkedin.com/company/electrosoft](https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrosoft)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors identified; key partners include federal agencies (e.g., DoD, civilian agencies) and teaming partners (Jacobs, other small businesses).
- **Growth Signals**:  
  - 25+% staff growth over the last 5 years.  
  - Revenue growth of 25+% over the last 5 years.  
  - Active job postings increased +3.8% month-over-month and +800% quarter-over-quarter (indicating recent hiring surge). [linkedin.com/company/electrosoft](https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrosoft)  
  - Recognized as a Washington Post Top Workplace. [electrosoft-inc.com](https://electrosoft-inc.com/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **SBA-certified 8(a) and EDWOSB (Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business)** status, making it easy for federal customers to award sole-source and set-aside contracts.
- **Decades of federal domain expertise** – involved in pioneering standards for electronic authentication, mobile credentials, and security configuration management.
- **Mature quality certifications**: ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (Information Security), ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 (IT Service Management), and CMMI Level 3 for both Development and Services. [electrosoft-inc.com/who-we-are](https://electrosoft-inc.com/who-we-are)
- **High customer satisfaction** – average rating of 4.9/5 across engagements. [electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft](https://www.electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft)

## Strategic Focus
- **AI-enabled cyber offerings**: Operationalizing artificial intelligence across the federal portfolio (led by the Technology & Innovation Directorate).
- **Expanding civilian and defense programs**: Investment in business development and capture management for new contract vehicles.
- **Continued modernization**: Focusing on cloud migration, Zero Trust, and automation to address evolving federal cybersecurity mandates.

## Why Work Here
- **Impactful work**: Employees contribute directly to national security and civilian agency missions. [electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft](https://www.electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft)
- **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Many positions are listed as Remote, while others are onsite in Washington, DC, Fort Belvoir (VA), Quantico (VA), Belleville (IL), and Atlanta (GA). [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/electrosoft)
- **Benefits & culture**: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401k with match, 3 weeks PTO starting, paid volunteer hours, education assistance, professional development, commuter benefits, and wellness programs. Recognized as a top workplace with a culture of “integrity, customer service, excellence, innovation, and respect.” [electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft](https://www.electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft)
- **Growth opportunities**: Mentoring, formal education reimbursement, and career ladders to progress from entry-level to leadership.

## Sources
1. [electrosoft-inc.com](https://electrosoft-inc.com/)
2. [electrosoft-inc.com/who-we-are](https://electrosoft-inc.com/who-we-are)
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/electrosoft)
4. [linkedin.com/company/electrosoft](https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrosoft)
5. [electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft](https://www.electrosoft-inc.com/life-electrosoft)

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