Cybersecurity Lead - Contingent

ARES Enterprise • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Ares Enterprise is seeking a highly qualified Cybersecurity Lead to oversee and execute base-level cybersecurity governance, Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, assessment and authorization (A&A), and vulnerability management. Working alongside government cybersecurity personnel as part of the Base Cybersecurity Office (BCO), the role helps ensure the continuous security, operational availability, and reliability of IT systems and enclaves across unclassified and classified networks.

Requirements

• Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance at the start of employment.
• At least 10 years of relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Aligned to DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Role: Information Systems Security Manager (722) – Advanced.
• Compliant with DoD 8140 / 8570 qualification standards.
• Deep expertise with Risk Management Framework (RMF), eMASS, ACAS, NIST SP 800-37/800-53, and DISA STIGs.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced professional cybersecurity certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent DCWF Advanced-level credentials.
• Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC) or Department of the Air Force/Space Force IT infrastructure.
• Familiarity with AFSCI or Special Access Program (SAP) security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and related RMF artifacts to sustain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for NIPRNet and SIPRNet enclaves in accordance with DoD, DAF, and NIST guidelines.
• Manage Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) registrations and Security Impact Assessments (SIAs).
• Review boundary modifications and change requests.
• Execute weekly Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scans and manage vulnerability mitigation.
• Lead coordination and reporting for Negligent Discharge of Classified Information (NDCI) and cybersecurity incidents.
• Support COMPUSEC, TEMPEST, and Information Assurance Programs (IAP).
• Register systems in eMASS and ITIPS.
• Lead preparation for Cyber Readiness Inspections, such as CCRI.
• Provide initial and annual refresher training to Cybersecurity Liaisons (CLs).
• Advise project teams on security compliance for new technology implementations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed