Cyber Compliance Officer - DoD TS clearance required

PMAT•San Diego, CA

45d•$160,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you’ll lead and mature PMAT’s internal cybersecurity program, working alongside engineering, IT, and executive leadership to shape a strong, modern security posture. You’ll protect corporate systems, manage enterprise risk, and help teams move fast and responsibly, enabling growth, innovation, and compliance without sacrificing agility. The Cyber Compliance Officer is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining the cybersecurity program for assigned information systems. You will ensure compliance with DoD, DON, and NIST requirements, manage risk, and serve as the senior cybersecurity authority responsible for corporate compliance oversight and project-level cybersecurity compliance as required.

Requirements

7–10+ years in cybersecurity or IT security with increasing responsibility.
Experience leading RMF packages through ATO for DOD systems.
Demonstrated experience supporting CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, FISMA, and related federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
Experience managing IATO/ATO and IATT/ATT processes.
Experience conducting cybersecurity audits and maintaining compliance documentation.
Demonstrated ability to manage teams and coordinate across engineering, operations, and leadership in fast paced environments.
Experience with classified systems: SIPR, JWICS/CWAN, SCI enclaves or equivalent secure environments.
Executive communication and risk translation for non-technical leaders.
Ability to build a culture of compliance without slowing operations.
Strong documentation discipline and attention to detail including development and maintenance of annual cybersecurity training, workforce compliance reports and associated policies and procedures
Stakeholder management across engineering, operations, and mission owners.
Strategic thinking: aligning cybersecurity with mission outcomes.
Cybersecurity Frameworks & Policy including System Security Plan (SSP) Security Assessment Plan (SAP) & Report (SAR), POA&M management, Continuous Monitoring Strategy, Configuration Management Plan and Incident Response Plans.
Knowledge of NIST RMF (SP 800 37), NIST SP 800 53 security controls, NIST SP 800 171 (CUI), DoD 8500-series (e.g., DoDI 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01), DON CIO cybersecurity policy, CNSSI 1253, 1254, FedRAMP.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related discipline) or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
IAM Level III (typical ISSM requirement) ie CISSP (most common), CISM, GSLC or CCISO (less common but accepted) certification required at time of hire or within 12 months of hire
U.S. Citizenship required
No dual citizenship
Active DOD TS clearance is required

Nice To Haves

Active TS SCI preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle for assigned systems.
Maintain the System Security Plan (SSP) and all RMF artifacts.
Ensure continuous monitoring, POA&M management, and annual reviews.
Coordinate with AO, SCA, ISSO, and system owners.
Lead corporate cybersecurity compliance initiatives, including CMMC (32 CFR Part 170), NIST SP 800-171, FISMA, CSIP, and related regulatory frameworks.
Support project-level compliance activities as needed, including RMF documentation and validation efforts.
Manage IATO/ATO and IATT/ATT processes and documentation.
Conduct internal auditing and readiness assessments to ensure compliance posture.
Ensure timely documentation updates across all security artifacts and compliance records.
Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Oversee ISSOs and ensure proper execution of security tasks.
Manage cybersecurity workforce qualifications (DoD 8140/8570).
Conduct internal audits and readiness assessments.
Lead incident response planning and ensure preparedness across corporate and project environments.
Validatesystem configurations against STIGs and security baselines.
Ensure vulnerability scanning, patching, and remediation.
Oversee secure system design, integration, and change management.
Approve or deny system changes from a cybersecurity perspective.
Identify, document, and communicate cybersecurity risks.
Recommend mitigations and risk acceptance strategies.
Prepare risk briefings for leadership and the Authorizing Official.
Coordinate with the Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP).
Ensure proper detection, reporting, and remediation of incidents.
Maintain incident logs and after-action documentation.
Develop and maintain formal incident response plans and tabletop exercises.