Cybersecurity SME

Titan Technologies Career•Washington DC, DC

12h

About The Position

Zen Strategics, a Titan Technologies company, is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide technical leadership and guidance across our security program. This role supports the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of security controls and works closely with IT, engineering, risk, and business teams to ensure systems are secure and compliant.

Requirements

Must have an Active DOD TS/SCI Clearance
In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity, incident response, and threat analysis; proficiency with SIEM platforms, malware analysis, and reverse engineering.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess evidence and attack methods.
7+ years of experience in information security or a related technical discipline
Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS)
Experience with network, system, application, and cloud security
Knowledge of vulnerability management and incident response processes
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CEH or GIAC
Experience in regulated environments
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Splunk, Encase, Tenable, and Trellix
Incident response
Cloud security
Training and Documentation
Communication

Responsibilities

Act as the final escalation point for incident handling, conducting forensic investigations, malware reverse engineering, and developing custom defense tools.
Use advanced threat intelligence and log analysis to identify system vulnerabilities.
Integrate threat intelligence into defense strategies and create detection rules for emerging threats.
Evaluate and enhance the organization’s security program by spotting gaps and recommending improvements, influencing policies and technology decisions.
Act as a subject matter expert for cyber security technologies, controls, and practices.
Provide guidance on secure configuration of infrastructure, applications, and cloud services.
Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation.
Conduct risk assessments and contribute to threat modeling efforts.
Maintain security standards, procedures, and technical documentation.
Support internal and external audits and compliance assessments.
Work with technical teams to integrate security requirements into projects and operations.
Provide training to all SOC staff on various aspects of cyber security in order to improve understanding of the organization and industry best practices.