Cloud & Cyber Security Program Protection Specialist

Executive Human Resource Service•Gainesville, VA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Executive Human Resource Service is a leading provider of human resource solutions to organizations of all sizes. We specialize in providing customized Executive Staffing, and Recruiting, Services to help businesses achieve their goals and objectives. We are privileged to present an exciting opportunity with a technology solutions company specializing in high-end security solutions for large-scale enterprises. Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud & Cyber Security Program Protection Specialist to support highly sensitive Research & Development (R&D) initiatives focused on protecting critical national security technologies, classified information, and emerging capabilities throughout the entire program lifecycle. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud & Cyber Security Program Protection Specialist to join our clients team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud and cyber security, as well as experience in program protection and risk management. This is a full-time, permanent position with excellent benefits and growth opportunities. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an elite security organization supporting some of the nation's most advanced research and technology development programs. The selected individual will have the opportunity to influence the protection of next-generation technologies while partnering with senior government leaders, researchers, engineers, intelligence professionals, and acquisition teams. This highly visible position serves as a trusted security advisor responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies that protect classified, controlled unclassified, and proprietary information from concept development through operational transition. The successful candidate will work closely with research teams, engineering organizations, intelligence partners, and government stakeholders to identify security risks, assess vulnerabilities, establish classification guidance, and implement program protection strategies that safeguard mission-critical technologies. This role requires a strategic security professional with extensive experience in Program Protection Planning (PPP), Research & Technology Protection (RTP), Information Security, Counterintelligence awareness, and Risk Management wiithin highly classified government environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Security Management, or a related discipline
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience supporting Information Security, Program Protection, Research Security, or National Security programs
Demonstrated experience developing, managing, and implementing security programs supporting Research & Development organizations
Active Top Secret Security Clearance SCI Eligibility Required
Willingness to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
Must be US Citizen or Authorized to Work in the United States
Technical Skills Cloud Security Cybersecurity Risk Management Program Protection Planning (PPP) Research & Technology Protection (RTP) Information Assurance Security Classification Management Security Risk Assessments Critical Program Information (CPI) Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Threat Intelligence Analysis Vulnerability Assessments Technology Protection Security Architecture Counter-intelligence Support Operations Security (OPSEC) Supply Chain Risk Management Export Control Compliance ITAR/EAR Compliance Business Intelligence (BI) Social Network Analysis Security Documentation Development Intelligence Community Security Policies Classified Information Handling Program Security Management Cloud Risk Assessments

Nice To Haves

Master's or Ph.D. in Cyber Security, Information Assurance, Engineering, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, National Security, or related field
Experience supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
Experience supporting Intelligence Community research organizations
Experience protecting emerging cloud technologies and advanced cyber capabilities
Professional security certifications such as: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) Security Program Integration Professional Certificate (SPIPC) Special Program Security Certification (SPSC) CISSP CISM Security+
Research & Technology Protection (RTP)
Program Protection Planning (PPP)
Security Risk Management
Security Classification Management
Critical Program Information (CPI)
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Experience conducting enterprise security risk assessments for advanced research initiatives
Experience protecting classified and sensitive government technologies throughout the acquisition and development lifecycle
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles supporting classified cloud and hybrid computing environments
Experience supporting security compliance within Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) organizations
Ability to prepare technical security documentation, assessments, reports, and executive briefings
Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, engineers, researchers, intelligence professionals, and government customers
Working Knowledge of: DoDI 5200.01 Information Security Program DoDI 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Intelligence Community (IC) Markings Guide DoDI 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents DoDI 5200.39 Critical Program Information (CPI) DoDI 5000.83 Technology and Program Protection DoD Technology and Program Protection Guidebook Export Control Regulations ITAR/EAR Compliance Operations Security (OPSEC) Security Classification Guidance Development Industrial Security Counter-intelligence Awareness Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Develop and implement cloud and cyber security strategies, policies, and procedures to protect the organization's data and systems
Monitor and assess the organization's cloud and cyber security posture, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation strategies
Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data and systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure cloud-based solutions and services
Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in cloud and cyber security, and make recommendations for continuous improvement
Provide training and support to employees on security awareness and best practices
Participate in incident response and resolution efforts, including conducting forensic investigations and implementing remediation plans.