Cyber Technical Lead - Annapolis Junction, MD - Active Secret Clearance Required

SOC Support Services • Annapolis Junction, MD

26d • $122,500 - $175,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Cyber Technical Lead needed for a Direct Hire opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Candidates must have an active Secret Clearance to be considered for this role. Our Client is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Technical Lead to support a contract with a Homeland Security customer. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership in cybersecurity, ensuring the integrity and security of mission-critical systems. This role requires hands-on expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, as well as strong team leadership capabilities. The candidate must be based within a commutable distance to Annapolis Junction, MD, and will participate in an on-call roster to support operational requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or related fields.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
• This is an on-site position at a government facility.
• Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
• Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
• Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, FISMA) and best practices.
• Experience leading cybersecurity teams and managing large-scale security initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work across technical and executive teams.

Nice To Haves

• CISSP certification strongly preferred (Additional certifications such as CISM, CISA, or CEH are a plus).
• Experience supporting Homeland Security or other federal agencies.
• Cloud security experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Advanced technical certifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, GIAC, OSCP).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary cybersecurity technical lead for the contract, ensuring compliance with Homeland Security policies and directives.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, frameworks, and policies to enhance the security posture of critical systems.
• Oversee security risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, and threat intelligence activities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to cybersecurity engineers and analysts.
• Lead security architecture reviews and technical assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure security requirements align with business and operational needs.
• Support continuous monitoring, security audits, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support security operations and incident response.
• Other Tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees