Senior Cybersecurity Sme

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Full Time Washington, DC, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Emagine IT has an immediate need for a Senior Cybersecurity SME
to join our team in support of our Air Force Computer Information Security Officer (CISO) support contract located at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. Candidates must possess an active Top Secret Clearance (SCI eligible) to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Supports the execution and delivery of the Department of the Air Force (DAF) cybersecurity program
• Supports the DAF Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
• Prioritizes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Communicates effectively across diverse audiences.
• Engages and influences stakeholders (e.g., military, Government civilian, and contractor personnel), including senior executives and Flag / General Officers.
• Advises based on broad based technical background in cyber / Information Technology (IT) operations and cybersecurity.
• Maintains a “big picture”/strategic perspective of DAF CISO goals.
• Addresses the specific needs of various organizations within and outside the DAF.
• Adapts new cybersecurity practices and technologies to meet DAF missions.
• Analyzes data sets to determine trends, establish strategies, and make recommendations.
• Applies Federal (e.g., National Institute of Standards and Technology [NIST) and Office of Management and Budget) and Department of War (DoW) cybersecurity policies, including Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Cybersecurity Framework.
• Be a self-starter. Able to perform with limited Government direction or oversight.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Computer / Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics / Science, Information Technology, Math, Statistics, or other related degree field. Associate's Degree in a related field plus four (4) years applicable work experience or six (6 ) years applicable work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
• At least four (4) years of Cybersecurity experience in a senior technical or management role.
• Has experience leading the development and implementation of enterprise-level cybersecurity programs, including the development of policies, procedures, and other guidance documents.
• Has experience engaging Authorizing Official(s), Security Control Assessors, and cyber risk management staffs.
• Possesses expert knowledge of NIST 800 series standards and guidelines, DoW RMF, and current cybersecurity best practices.
• Has excellent communications and presentation skills as well as professional demeanor when interacting with and briefing senior military and Government civilian leadership.
• Possesses strong understanding of cyber implementation requirements in one or more of the following areas:
  Cloud Security, Communications Security / Encryption, Supply Chain Risk Management, Embedded Systems, Incident Response, Industrial Control Systems / Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (ICS / SCADA), Operational Technology, Transmission Security, and /or Weapon Systems.
• Has an active senior-level cybersecurity certification (e.g., Certified Information Security Manager [CISM], Certified Information Systems Security Professional [CISSP], GIAC Security Leadership Certificate [GSLC], or EC-Council Certified Chief Information Security Officer [CCISO]).

Additional Requirements (optional)

• Master’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Computer / Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics / Science, Information Technology, Math, Statistics, or other related degree field is preferred.
• Experience working in a DAF Headquarters staff…