IT Policy Specialist (Lead) - Washington DC

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About The Position

Quantum Sky is seeking an IT Policy Specialist (Lead) to support a federal customer in Washington, DC, working onsite three days per week. The role supports the development, maintenance, and adoption of Department cybersecurity policies, standards, and handbooks, while also providing project management and oversight for cybersecurity initiatives. The specialist may manage multiple projects at once, supervise personnel, coordinate stakeholders, monitor compliance and risks, and report project status to senior leadership.

Requirements

Five years of relevant experience.
BS/BA degree in a related field, or equivalent project management certification (PMP or FAC/PPM).
Public Trust clearance required.

Responsibilities

Finalize and publish standards and handbooks in progress, and conduct annual reviews and updates of previously published policy documents.
Support the Federal Policy Lead in maturing the Cybersecurity Policy Framework to ensure cybersecurity requirements are clear, consistent, current, and applicable across the Department.
Support dissemination and adoption of Department policies, standards, and handbooks throughout the Department.
Use creative communication methods, delivery modes, and supplemental media to promote policy dissemination and adoption among cybersecurity professionals.
Develop detailed project plans covering scope, timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align project goals.
Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies for cybersecurity initiatives.
Facilitate meetings, communicate clearly, and ensure project milestones are completed on time.
Ensure team members understand and carry out their responsibilities.
Coordinate cybersecurity risk assessments and manage risk mitigation plans.
Ensure cybersecurity projects comply with applicable standards, policies, and procedures.
Provide senior leadership with regular updates on project progress, risks, and compliance status.
Prepare and present detailed project status reports.
Maintain current documentation of project plans and risks.
Oversee technical, contractual, administrative, and financial aspects of field- and task-level project performance.
Supervise personnel involved in project activities, assign responsibilities, oversee task completion, and maintain customer contacts to ensure contractual conformity.
Interface with affected groups, including end users, computer services, and client services.
Ensure adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables.
Use independent judgment and analytical skills to solve non-routine technical, administrative, and managerial problems.