Cybersecurity Lead
Core
Lead the cybersecurity program for classified and unclassified DoD/Army information systems, covering RMF, security engineering, and risk reduction.
Role type
Senior IC cybersecurity lead (RMF & security engineering)
Builds
Secure systems architecture, authorized operations (ATO/ATC), and compliant software/hardware implementations for Army missions
Domain
Defense / Cybersecurity / Risk Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RMF assessment and authorization, security engineering, vulnerability management, security documentation, risk assessment, secure systems engineering, software assurance, hardware assurance, change control management, staff leadership
Preferred skills
ISSM/ISSE experience, Tenable Nessus, Trellix tools, SAP environments, OWASP Top 10 mitigation, SBOM management
Technologies
NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, DISA STIGs, CNSS guidance, DoDI 8510.01, IAVA/IAVM, DISA APP DEV STIG, OWASP
Responsibilities
Lead RMF Assess and Authorize activities to achieve ATO/ATC decisions; Ensure cybersecurity implementation aligns with DoD/Army requirements and NIST controls; Provide cybersecurity engineering across system security architecture and software assurance; Manage security exceptions and discrepancies through Change Control Board approval; Oversee vulnerability management including patch review and security scans; Produce and maintain RMF artifacts like SSPs and POA&Ms; Prioritize and drive remediation of identified vulnerabilities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities