Cybersecurity Manager with Security Clearance

Summary Are you a proven cybersecurity leader with deep Department of Defense (DoD) expertise and a passion for protecting mission-critical systems? We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Manager to lead cybersecurity operations, compliance, and risk management activities supporting complex federal and defense environments. ** This position is contingent upon contract award ** Responsibilities * Lead and manage cybersecurity personnel supporting federal and DoD programs. * Provide oversight of cybersecurity operations, risk management, compliance, and authorization activities. * Direct the implementation and execution of the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle. * Manage Assessment and Authorization (A&&A) efforts to obtain and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions. * Serve as the primary advisor to program leadership on cybersecurity risks, compliance requirements, and security posture. * Oversee the development, maintenance, and review of cybersecurity documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&&Ms, security assessments, and authorization packages. * Ensure compliance with applicable DoD, NIST, federal, and agency-specific cybersecurity policies and standards. * Manage cybersecurity activities within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS). * Direct continuous monitoring activities and vulnerability management programs utilizing tools such as ACAS, Trellix HBSS, Microsoft Defender, and related security technologies. * Coordinate internal and external cybersecurity assessments, audits, inspections, and accreditation activities. * Develop cybersecurity policies, procedures, and operational standards to strengthen enterprise security posture. * Monitor emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies to safeguard systems and mission operations. * Provide leadership, mentoring, workforce planning, and professional development for cybersecurity staff. * Support proposal efforts, strategic planning, and business development activities as needed. * Other duties as assigned Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience may be considered. * Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience in Information Security with strong knowledge of DoD and Federal Government Cybersecurity/Information Assurance policies and procedures. * Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience leading Cybersecurity Teams. * Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) including DoD authorization, accreditation, and assessment activities. * Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience utilizing: Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Host-Based Security Systems (HBSS/Trellix, Microsoft Defender, or equivalent technologies), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) * Current training certificates for: eMASS, HBSS/Trellix or equivalent, ACAS * Current DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level III certification * Active TS clearance. * Successfully pass background and drug screening Preferred Qualifications: * Experience supporting classified environments and high-impact systems. * Experience managing cybersecurity support across multiple programs or contracts. * Knowledge of NIST 800-series publications, CNSSI requirements, and DoD cybersecurity directives. * Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Engineering, or a related field. * Additional advanced cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CASP+, CCSP, or GSLC. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Knowledge of security architectures, network defense, vulnerability management, and enterprise cybersecurity frameworks. * Knowledge of classified information systems security requirements and procedures for securing high-impact systems. * Knowledge of Assessment and Authorization (A&&A) activities, continuous monitoring strategies, and ATO maintenance. * Knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk management principles, and compliance management practices. * Skill in leading and managing cybersecurity teams supporting multiple programs, contracts, or enterprise environments simultaneously. * Skill in implementing and overseeing Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities across complex organizations. * Skill in developing cybersecurity strategies, policies, procedures, and implementation plans. * Skill in analyzing security risks and recommending effective mitigation strategies. * Skill in conducting security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and compliance reviews. Estimated Salary/Wage USD $164,504.36/Yr.