Cybersecurity Lead

Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to grow and support our national security? As a startup, we are offering a limited-time opportunity to be an equity owner in a pioneering new industry. Nooks is pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service (CIaaS) to provide government and industry partners with the fastest, most efficient access to classified infrastructure. We are building a nationwide network of accredited classified spaces and systems, ensuring that the best technologies equip our nation’s warfighters.

At Nooks, we value innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset.

The Cybersecurity Lead will oversee Information System Security Management (ISSM) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) responsibilities across multiple classified networks. This role ensures the security, compliance, and operational integrity of classified systems, including auditing logs, managing risks, and supporting incident response. The position also involves developing security policies and procedures, maintaining documentation for certification and accreditation, and mentoring junior cybersecurity staff.

• Serve as ISSM/ISSO for multiple classified networks, ensuring compliance with federal and DoD cybersecurity standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ICD 503, CNSS, DAAPM, JSIG, RMF).
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices for multi-site environments.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, continuous monitoring, and security audits.
• Prepare and maintain security documentation including ATO packets, Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessments (RALs), and POA&Ms.
• Lead incident response efforts, including detection, analysis, and remediation.
• Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to protect classified information.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to cybersecurity staff.

• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience with classified networks, system administration, and multi-site IT infrastructure management.
• Experience with Windows/Linux servers, virtualization, networking protocols, firewalls, encryption, cloud security, and hybrid networks.
• Strong knowledge of federal and DoD cybersecurity policies, regulations, and frameworks.
• Familiarity with security tools (SIEMs, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners) and automated patch management.
• ISSM/ISSO training and certification per DoDM 8140.03.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GSLC; additional certifications (Security+, CISA, CCSP) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.

• Active Top Secret clearance required.

$140,000 - $160,000 USD

As set forth in Nooks’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.