Cybersecurity Consultant

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

1d•$85,000 - $141,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead cyber risk management efforts across a portfolio of client applications. Manage end-to-end POA&M lifecycle, including creation, tracking, validation, and closure of identified security weaknesses. Prioritize remediation activities based on risk severity, compliance requirements, and operational impact. Conduct regular POA&M status reviews and coordinate with system owners and O&M teams to track milestone progress. Perform BIAs to identify critical systems, functions, dependencies, and recovery time/objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to validate system criticality and align with continuity and contingency planning requirements. Build and maintain strong working relationships with business, engineering, and security teams to validate fixes, resolve blockers, and support timely remediation. Prepare reports and briefings for leadership and federal oversight stakeholders. Provide cyber subject matter expertise during information security audits and assessments. Maintain and update BIA documentation in alignment with evolving system architecture and mission priorities.

Requirements

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
Minimum of THREE (3) years of cybersecurity or IT risk management experience.
Minimum of a Bachelors Degree is required.
Hands-on experience with GRC platforms.
Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53, FISMA requirements, and 800-37.
Strong communication and analytical thinking; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.
Candidates with experience focused on cybersecurity risk management are preferred.
Experience developing automated data pipelines or integrating APIs into Power BI dashboards.
Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and vulnerability prioritization methodologies (e.g., EPSS, CVSS v3).
Prior experience supporting a federal agency or working in a Public Health environment.
Active CompTIA Security+ CE preferred; CISSP, CEH, or cloud-related certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead cyber risk management efforts across a portfolio of client applications.
Manage end-to-end POA&M lifecycle, including creation, tracking, validation, and closure of identified security weaknesses.
Prioritize remediation activities based on risk severity, compliance requirements, and operational impact.
Conduct regular POA&M status reviews and coordinate with system owners and O&M teams to track milestone progress.
Perform BIAs to identify critical systems, functions, dependencies, and recovery time/objectives.
Collaborate with stakeholders to validate system criticality and align with continuity and contingency planning requirements.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with business, engineering, and security teams to validate fixes, resolve blockers, and support timely remediation.
Prepare reports and briefings for leadership and federal oversight stakeholders.
Provide cyber subject matter expertise during information security audits and assessments.
Maintain and update BIA documentation in alignment with evolving system architecture and mission priorities.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend