Cybersecurity / Information Assurance Lead

Calibrate North•Arlington, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity / Information Assurance (IA) Lead is responsible for leading a small cybersecurity team while ensuringfull compliance with DoD cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework(RMF) regulations. This role oversees the implementation, assessment,and continuous enhancement of the organization’s security posture acrossenterprise systems and programs. The Cybersecurity / IA Lead providestechnical leadership in risk identification, mitigation strategies,security documentation, and authorization and accreditation activities. Theideal candidate is a proactive, detail -oriented leader who drivescontinuous improvement and fosters a culture of security excellence,accountability, and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
Active IAM Level II Certification, including one or more of the following: CGRC CASP+ CISM CISSP GSLC CCISO HCISPP
Active Secret Clearance or higher
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an Information Assurance role, ideally as an ISSE or ISSM
At least three (3) years of experience managing technical staff
Experiencewith Information Assurance guidance from various DoD and NISTinstructions to support implementation and decision -making
Experienceperforming security testing and evaluations (certification andaccreditation testing), including developing plans and procedures toimplement a secure cyber environment

Responsibilities

Leading a small cybersecurity team
Ensuring full compliance with DoD cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework(RMF) regulations
Overseeing the implementation, assessment,and continuous enhancement of the organization’s security posture acrossenterprise systems and programs
Providing technical leadership in risk identification, mitigation strategies,security documentation, and authorization and accreditation activities