Cybersecurity Operations Lead

Cybersecurity Operations Lead

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

Criterion Systems is seeking a Cybersecurity Operations Lead to take previous experience within cybersecurity operations, hunt/blue teams, red teams, and threat intelligence to achieve strategic goals by executing policies and procedures at a tactical level that best align with strategic direction given by the Chief of TCS Cyber. The Focused Operations Lead will oversee the day-to-day execution of all teams aligned to the subordinate organization.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Cybersecurity Operations Lead Responsibilities Include: 

• Execute the mission of TCS Cyber Focused Operations. This requires the coordination of Threat Intelligence, Hunt, Adversarial Threat Emulations, and Defensive Countermeasures development.
• Will continue to mature and integrate all capabilities into a unified workflow, or Fusion Cell, following a predetermined model.
• Working with the Lead of the Security Operations Center (SOC), will define and integrate specific workflows into the Fusion Cell where appropriate.
• Assists both the Branch Chief of Defensive Cyber Operations and Chief of TCS Cyber with the design, development, implementation, operations and sustainment of cybersecurity services that enhance the cybersecurity posture of NGA Programs, Systems, and the Enterprise.
• When required, will conduct research and analysis to assist with solution design and implementation planning for the modernization of existing cybersecurity solutions and infrastructures in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Will assist with the monitoring of performance and morale of staff across the Cybersecurity Division by providing recommended courses of action, to resolve issues, to TCS leadership.
• As needed, will provide guidance or direction to lower-level staff.
• Assists with the research and evaluation of new concepts, processes, and technology to improve performance and gain efficiencies within Focused Operations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Cybersecurity Operations Lead Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a Polygraph 
• 3 years leadership experience as a functional manager or team lead 
• In-depth knowledge of complex enterprise cybersecurity systems and technologies 
• Experience presenting to executive audiences 
• DoD 8140.01 and 8570.01-M IAT Level III and CSSP Analyst certifications 
• Understanding of Security Operations Capability Maturity Models 
• Experience with ODNI ICS 500-27, NSM-8, and OMB M21-31 
• Strong verbal and writing skills 
• Project management knowledge (ITIL, Iterative vs Waterfall methodologies) 
• Expertise in cybersecurity design, engineering, and operations, especially NGA capabilities 
• Strong understanding of adversarial tactics, cyber threat intelligence, and hunt operations
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Criterion is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Criterion, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• Threat Intelligence Analyst
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• Information Security Specialist

Keywords:

• IAT III
• CSSP
• Cybersecurity Framework
• Adversarial Threat Emulations

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.