--- title: 'Cybersecurity Specialist (DISA) at Horizon Industries' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/cybersecurity-specialist-disa-horizon-industries-remote-jeytwaj4pxg2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-14' --- # Cybersecurity Specialist (DISA) at Horizon Industries - **Company:** Horizon Industries - **Location:** Remote - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-09-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/horizonindustrieslimited/jobs/5422434008 ## Job description Cybersecurity Specialist Location:  Remote, USA Type --- Future Opportunities -- Proposal Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical field Security Clearance: Must possess an active Secret Clearance. _______________________________________________________________ Who we are: Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. Founded in 1996, Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) has evolved into a company of highly qualified professionals that provides full-cycle IT Consultant and Management support in both the private and public sectors. Horizon’s culture is based on our core values, and we PRIDE ourselves on a diverse, employee, and family-centric approach. Who we are looking for: We are currently seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer for a full-time position supporting our client Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). We are an organization that is committed to your growth and success in the IT software development industry and looking for a Cybersecurity Specialist who will be supporting Enterprise Software Systems for the DISA and working with a team of technical experts in an agile environment to support current systems and functionality for a suite of applications. What your day-to-day will look like / Duties: - Performs a variety of routine project tasks applied to specialized information assurance problems. - Tasks involve integration of electronic processes or methodologies to resolve total system problems, or technology problems as they relate to IA requirements. - Analyzes information security requirements. - Applies analytical and systematic approaches in the resolution of problems of workflow, organization, and planning. - Provides security engineering support for planning, design, development, testing, demonstration, and integration of information systems. What we would like to see on your resume/ Required Skills: - Seven (7) years of relevant IT experience Certification Required - Four (4) years of experience maintaining Linux Operating Systems - Four (4) years of experience supporting Windows Server Operating Systems - Scripting skills - SQL, REGEX, BASH, PERL or VBA - 2 - 4 years of experience supporting/using SIEM tools for incident response Why you will succeed at Horizon: Horizon works at the forefront of new features and development practices and supports its employees in being trained and certified in the latest and greatest. As we continue to expand and grow the Horizon brand around the globe, we want to ensure that our team members are growing with us as you are a vital part of our success story.  This is a great opportunity for us to invest in our employees by supporting you with the right skills and tools to be successful in your careers.  . Why you will love working with us/ Perks: - A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical, dental, vision, and disability) - a 401k program where you are 100% vested from day one with an employer match after 90 days. - an Educational Assistance program. - a Student Loan Repayment Program - Gym Reimbursement Program. - Paid Time off - Dynamics, passionate, multi-disciplinary team of creative minds to work with, and many more. Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider all applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. EOE/Vet/Disabled ## About Horizon Industries ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Horizon Industries delivers innovative IT and management consulting solutions, with a focus on low-code platforms, cyber security, and digital transformation for federal and enterprise clients. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Vienna, Virginia, United States (Tysons Corner area) - **Founded**: 1996 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: IT Services and IT Consulting - **Target Customers**: U.S. Federal agencies (e.g., Department of State, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Washington Headquarters Service), enterprise commercial clients, and global affiliates - **Mission**: “To help our clients achieve meaningful business outcomes by placing their goals at the center of everything we do. We deliver measurable results through innovative solutions, high-performing multidisciplinary teams, and the strategic use of cutting-edge technologies.” [hil.us](https://hil.us/about-us/) ## Products & Services - **Low-Code / Appian Development**: Full lifecycle support for Appian-based solutions including business strategy analysis, system development, deployment, and operations – heavily used for federal clients like DoS and DTRA. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/) - **Cyber Security**: Lifecycle engineering support for cyber security technologies – evaluation, deployment, and operation of selected toolsets. [hil.us](https://hil.us/) - **Digital Transformation & IT Consulting**: End-to-end capabilities including data, automation, digital platforms, and strategic consulting to drive measurable outcomes. [hil.us/about-us](https://hil.us/about-us/) - **Management Consulting**: Business strategy analysis, business system development, and operations support. [hil.us](https://hil.us/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed - **Key Metrics**: Annual revenue of $7.7M (estimated from LinkedIn data) | Headcount: ~120 employees (+11.6% YoY growth) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/horizon-industries-limited) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed (privately held without reported funding rounds) - **Growth Signals**: 30+ years serving federal agencies with the same first client; 98% client satisfaction score; 6+ offices/affiliates globally (U.S., Romania, India, England); active hiring across multiple federal contracts ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Federal Experience**: Three decades of trusted partnerships with U.S. government agencies, including long-term contracts. - **Appian Expertise**: Strong specialization in low-code Appian development for mission-critical government programs. - **Certifications & Awards**: Holds internationally recognized certifications (specifics not listed but emphasized) and a track record of quality and performance. - **Flexible Delivery Models**: Tailored solutions for each client’s unique environment, with remote and on-site support. ## Strategic Focus - **Digital Transformation for Government**: Expanding capabilities in low-code, RPA, AI, and network technologies to empower federal clients. - **Talent Investment**: Continuous learning and development programs to keep employees ahead of the curve and exceed client expectations. - **Global Reach**: Leveraging international affiliates (Romania, India, England) to deliver end-to-end services. ## Why Work Here - **Remote-First Culture**: Most roles are remote (e.g., Appian Associates supporting federal clients from anywhere in the U.S.) with flexible work schedules. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/) - **Veteran-Friendly**: Actively seeks to hire veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. - **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, HSA with company contributions, generous PTO and paid holidays, wellness reimbursement, 401(k) match, student loan assistance, paid parental leave, professional development allowance. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/) - **Hiring Process**: Clear and streamlined – application, recruiter screen, 1–2 rounds of interviews (behavioral/technical/case-based), then offer and onboarding. - **Culture**: Values include selflessness, accountability, innovation, curiosity, teamwork, honesty, and passion – with a focus on continuous learning and client impact. ## Sources 1. [hil.us](https://hil.us/) 2. [hil.us/about-us](https://hil.us/about-us/) 3. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/) 4. [linkedin.com/company/horizon-industries-limited](https://www.linkedin.com/company/horizon-industries-limited) 5. 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