Zero Trust Project Manager / Lead

emerjence LLC is seeking an experienced Zero Trust Program Lead to support the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Program Management Office (PMO). The selected candidate will lead critical efforts to implement, administer, and mature Zero Trust capabilities across HHS and its Operating Divisions (OpDivs), driving compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates such as Executive Order (EO) 14028, OMB M-22-09, and their successors. This is a key opportunity to shape the future of secure government operations through innovative cybersecurity strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop Zero Trust Roadmaps: Lead the creation and execution of an enterprise-wide ZTA roadmap, aligning OpDiv goals with HHSs strategic objectives and compliance mandates.
• Assess and Report Zero Trust Maturity: Conduct detailed assessments of Zero Trust maturity, identify gaps, and develop actionable plans to address deficiencies. Oversee the development and maintenance of Zero Trust Maturity Model (ZTM) scorecards.
• Implement Automation Solutions: Develop and deploy automated processes to collect data for ZTM scorecards and Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) metrics, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Risk Management: Establish and maintain a comprehensive risk register for ZTA implementation, identifying and mitigating program risks proactively.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with HHS leadership, OpDivs, and industry partners to align resources and technologies. Facilitate effective communication of ZTA progress and challenges.
• Technology Evaluation and Testing: Provide oversight for test environments and pilot demonstrations of new tools, documenting results and making technology recommendations to enhance ZTA objectives.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure all ZTA artifacts adhere to NIST SP 800-207 and CISAs Zero Trust Maturity Model 2.0 guidelines.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree, preferably in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in enterpriseExpertise in Zero Trust principles, including identity management, network segmentation, data protection, and automation of cybersecurity metrics collection.
• Proven track record of leading federal cybersecurity initiatives and implementing strategic roadmaps.
• Familiarity with federal cybersecurity policies and mandates, including EO 14028, OMB M-22-09, and FISMA reporting requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and present technical concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.