Cybersecurity Liaison
On-siteWashington, United States or Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Translate complex cybersecurity concepts and policies into actionable terms for agency CIOs, CISOs, and non-technical stakeholders. Coordinate security initiatives including IT security audits, new policy implementation, and Federal mandate application at the agency level. Facilitate communication between the Department OCIO and agencies to improve security posture while developing tailored security operating models and procedures. Oversee ISSO SA&A activities to ensure system accreditation per required schedules, validate JCAM entries, and advise personnel on new system requirements and decommissioning. Perform risk assessments and maintain information system documentation to support cabinet-level clients in Washington DC.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related; may be substituted with additional relevant experience
- Active CISSP or equivalent high-level cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISM, CEH, CASP)
- Minimum four (4) years supporting a large Federal agency with FISMA, NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, SA&A, IT security audits, vulnerability and POA&M remediation, executive orders (EO) and directives, BODs, and OMB cyber memoranda
- Hands on experience using JCAM
- Minimum Active Secret clearance, with TS/SCI preferred
- Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders
- Expert-level command of the English language (oral and written), with experience interacting effectively at the CIO and CISO levels of large organizations
- Expert-level organizational skills and ability to keep a multitude of tasks and projects on track at all times and with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as vulnerability management, vulnerability scanning, endpoint management, data protection, SIEM, and GRC automation platforms
Desired Qualifications
- Masters degree
- Additional advanced cybersecurity-related certifications
- Hands-on, technical cybersecurity experience
- Experience leading or actively participating in FISMA, FISCAM, OIG, IRS security audits
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