Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Bart & Associates•Fort Belvoir, VA

About The Position

B&A is seeking a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide advanced technical leadership and strategic direction for complex cybersecurity initiatives within the DoD environment. This role focuses on leading Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, developing high-quality cybersecurity artifacts, and guiding teams through compliance, inspection readiness, and authorization processes. The SME applies deep expertise to solve complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and support enterprise-level cybersecurity programs.

Requirements

Minimum of ten (10) years of IT experience
Minimum of ten (10) years of DoD cybersecurity experience
Minimum of ten (10) years of RMF and NIST A&A experience
Extensive experience supporting large, complex enterprise environments
SME-level knowledge of RMF, NIST frameworks, and DoD A&A processes
Expertise in STIGs, IAVMs, TCG configuration guides, and Task Orders
Strong experience developing and reviewing cybersecurity artifacts and system documentation
Ability to interpret ambiguous or evolving cybersecurity guidance
Experience preparing for and supporting DoD cybersecurity inspections
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Power BI, and Power Platform
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Ability to generate detailed cybersecurity reports and analytics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing leadership
Experience working independently and leading teams with minimal oversight
Knowledge of Cloud, IT, ICS, and OT cybersecurity environments
Active DoD Secret Clearance required
Must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive (Tier 3) clearance at time of proposal submission
DoD 8570 IAT Level III required, which includes one of the following: CompTIA Security+ (CE), CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+), GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), and Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
ICS300 or equivalent OT/ICS cybersecurity certification, ACAS, and Tanium certifications required
Must be eligible to meet DoD 8140 requirements

Responsibilities

Provide expert technical direction and leadership for cybersecurity initiatives and teams
Lead and mentor personnel to ensure high-quality cybersecurity deliverables and compliance
Oversee development, validation, and maintenance of RMF artifacts and documentation
Conduct security control assessments and authorization reviews for complex systems
Prepare enterprise environments for DoD cybersecurity inspections (CCRI, CORA, Blue Team)
Interpret and implement DoD cybersecurity policies, requirements, and guidance
Develop key system documentation (SSP, CONOPS, IR Plan, Contingency Plan, CMP, etc.)
Manage end-to-end POA&M lifecycle, including tracking and remediation closure
Recommend cybersecurity tools and support development of tool requirements and selection criteria
Assist in development of STIGs based on DISA SRGs
Generate audit-ready cybersecurity reports, analytics, and trend analysis
Analyze vulnerability and compliance data to support leadership decision-making
Support cybersecurity strategy across IT, Cloud, ICS, and OT environments
Solve complex cybersecurity challenges with innovative and scalable solutions

Benefits

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
A formal mentorship program
Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
Brand Ambassador program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
Monthly teambuilding events
B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more