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Job Title: Cybersecurity Compliance Lead
Location: On-site – Washington, DC, US
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: USD $160,000 – $165,000 / yr $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance required
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Compliance Lead to oversee compliance initiatives and cybersecurity operations within our IT team supporting the Pentagon. This high-visibility role offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth, working with a team dedicated to protecting national security infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage cybersecurity personnel, applications, and tools to ensure compliance with FISMA, RMF, PPSM, DoD Cyber Scorecard, and other regulatory frameworks.
- Conduct vulnerability scanning, analysis, and IT personnel security auditing.
- Support configuration management (CM) efforts with project tracking, including the Integrated Master Schedule.
- Prepare and deliver project presentations to Agency change boards.
- Ensure continuous auditing of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS).
- Manage the distribution of tasks to maintain the Authority to Operate (ATO) for systems owned by the Agency.
- Develop technical documentation, presentations, and cybersecurity training materials.
- Provide incident response support, including intrusion detection and classified spill management.
- Ensure adherence to NIST, DoD, and Army Security Regulations.
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship & Active Top Secret Clearance (Non-Negotiable).
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field OR 6-10 years of cybersecurity experience.
- IAM Level III certification (per AR 25-2 and DA Pam 25-2-6) at the time of onboarding.
- In-depth knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Strong background in cybersecurity compliance, risk assessment, and auditing.
- Experience supporting the DoD at a high level (Non-Negotiable).
- Strong ability to develop cybersecurity documentation and provide technical presentations.
- Familiarity with eMASS, POAM management, and maintaining ATO for DoD systems.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have):
- Higher education degrees or advanced cybersecurity certifications.
- Expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF), ATO eMASS, and POAM.
Why Join Us?
- High-impact, high-visibility role supporting the Pentagon’s cybersecurity mission.
- Excellent career growth & advancement opportunities within a dynamic team.
- Competitive salary with a $4,000 Sign-On Bonus.
- Regional relocation assistance available.
Salary : $160,000 - $165,000
