Service Integration and Strategic Alignment (SISA) Team with Security Clearance

Position Title: Service Integration and Strategic Alignment (SISA) Team – Member / Lead
Location: Charleston, SC Minimum Security Clearance: Top Secret with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eCRAFT: SISS3
Education: Bachelor’s preferred
Years of Experience: 5

Position Description
The qualified candidate for the Service Integration and Strategic Alignment (SISA) Team member will be able to assist with strategic-level duties in support of the Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic (NIWC-LANT) Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP). This includes working with all NIWC CSSP teams and all levels of the Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership to optimize the change management process across the enterprise, review cybersecurity service delivery and integration requirements as appropriate.

The SISA team member will also provide analysis and input to IPT leadership on major technical implementation initiatives, including enterprise architecture, cloud, and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) integration, as appropriate. Additionally, the SISA team member will foster established relationships with external DOD entities by attending DoD and Navy level working groups and utilize their policy expertise in DoD CSSP and DoD proper arenas.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the CSSP landscape, in-depth knowledge of cyber operations, and familiarity with USCYBERCOM's structure and capabilities.

Required Skills
SISA Team Member
Minimum of 5 years working in a CSSP environment
Working knowledge of CSSP toolsets
Knowledge of DoD Cyber policies
Familiarity with CDS architectures, data-flow considerations, and the operational impacts of transferring information across differing security domains.

Strong understanding of USCYBERCOM's mission, organizational structure, and cyber capabilities
Ability to read and understand policy and procedures and interpret for development of IPT risk and impact analysis
Experience with compliance regulations
Strong technical competency
Experience with Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM)
Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Working knowledge of big data analytics
Working knowledge of cloud architecture
Ability to develop and staff new policies across an organization
Experience in resource planning and budget projections, especially within a CSSP environment
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Desired Skills
Executive Level slide deck, whitepaper, and decision brief presentation
Experience with specific USCYBERCOM/NSA tools and platforms. Experience working in a Department of War or Intelligence Community environment. Experience developing comprehensive Statements of Work (SOWs) for cybersecurity projects, including scope, deliverables, timelines, and acceptance criteria. Familiarity with Atlassian products (e.g., Jira and Confluence). Ability to translate user needs and operational requirements into technical requirements and actionable design solutions.

Experience supporting strategic planning and architectural reviews for cybersecurity, cloud, hybrid, or enterprise environments. Familiarity with cloud-native and distributed-system concepts, including microservices, containerization, orchestration, DevSecOps practices, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and infrastructure as code. Working knowledge of cybersecurity architecture and compliance considerations, including RMF, continuous monitoring, and applicable Department of War security policy.

Familiarity with CDS concepts, capabilities, integration considerations, and associated mission, security, and governance impacts.

Experience facilitating design workshops, stakeholder alignment sessions, or technical reviews involving operational, cybersecurity, and enterprise architecture stakeholders
Position Requirements and Duties
Certifications: Relevant industry certification such as CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, or Security+
Tasked with spearheading the NIWC Atlantic CSSP requirements process, aiding in capability gap analysis, as well as the development and monitoring of requirements
Provide subject matter expertise in support of USCYBERCOM operations, including planning, execution, and assessment
Organize and manage the scheduling for all facets of designated strategic initiative projects.

Generate weekly status reports for assigned projects and outcomes. Stay abreast of assessment and authorization and cybersecurity policy updates across the DoD. Work in concert with all NIWC Atlantic CSSP staff to verify that operational risk management initiatives are functioning correctly. Provide support for the entire CSSP architectural planning process. Engage in program assessments, process enhancements, and on-site certification reviews. Assist with the ongoing strategic initiatives and periodic program review initiatives in terms of resources and forecasting.

Experience, Education and Certification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Relevant certifications depending on role and experience may include:
Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)
Certified Network Defender (CND)
CompTIA Cloud+
Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)
Security Leadership Certification
CompTIA Security+
Additional Information
Position may require up to 25% travel based on mission requirements
Benefits at 3 Reasons Consulting: Company-Paid Benefits: Short/Long Term Disability Basic Life Insurance Direct Payroll Deposit Leave Accrual Holidays 401(k) Match Employee / Company Shared Benefits: Additional (Voluntary) Life Insurance 401(k) Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Care Plan Flexible Spending Account Plan An Equal Opportunity Employer 3 Reasons Consulting is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment and hold all 3 Reasons employees accountable to protect this mission.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, military status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected bases.