LOCAL GRANTS MANAGER

State of Florida•TALLAHASSEE, FL

7d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Local Grants Manager is responsible for the administration, coordination, and oversight of grant programs that support the acquisition, implementation, and enhancement of cybersecurity tools, technologies, services, and resources for local governments and eligible entities. This position serves as the primary program manager for cybersecurity-focused funding initiatives, ensuring grant recipients effectively utilize available resources to strengthen cybersecurity maturity, improve risk management practices, and enhance compliance with applicable cybersecurity standards and requirements. The incumbent manages the full grant lifecycle, including program development, application review, funding recommendations, compliance monitoring, performance measurement, and stakeholder engagement. This position collaborates closely with cybersecurity professionals, local government officials, vendors, and funding partners to advance statewide cybersecurity resilience and support strategic cybersecurity initiatives.

Requirements

Knowledge of federal and state grant management principles and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of public-sector cybersecurity challenges and local government operations.
Knowledge of budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and financial accountability practices.
Knowledge of program evaluation, performance measurement, and reporting methodologies.
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing grant-funded programs.
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices, including NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), CIS Controls, and risk management methodologies.
Knowledge of cybersecurity technologies such as endpoint protection, vulnerability management, security monitoring, multifactor authentication, identity and access management.
Skill in managing grant programs and complex projects simultaneously.
Skill in evaluating cybersecurity project proposals and funding requests.
Skill in analyzing technical, financial, and programmatic information.
Skill in developing policies, procedures, reports, and grant guidance materials.
Skill in facilitating stakeholder engagement and delivering presentations and training.
Skill in building collaborative relationships with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to interpret and apply grant requirements, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory guidance.
Ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Ability to monitor project performance and identify risks requiring corrective action.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make data-driven recommendations.
Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to prepare clear, concise reports, briefings, and executive-level communications.
Ability to promote effective stewardship of public resources and grant funding.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to drive and/or fly for long distances.
Ability to lift, push and pull up to 30lbs.
Must process, resolve and comply as section 215.422 requires.
Must pass a criminal background investigation including fingerprinting and statewide and national criminal history records check.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering federal cybersecurity grants, including State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) funding.
Experience working with local governments, public-sector organizations, or critical infrastructure entities.
Experience evaluating cybersecurity tools, technologies, and managed security services.
Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, and cybersecurity governance practices.
Project management experience involving technology modernization or cybersecurity initiatives.
Experience conducting compliance monitoring, audits, or program evaluations.
Supervisory or team leadership experience.
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
CompTIA Security+
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Grants Management Certificate or related grant administration credential

Responsibilities

Manage cybersecurity grant programs that provide funding for cybersecurity tools, technologies, services, training, assessments, and related initiatives.
Develop and maintain grant program policies, procedures, guidance documents, and application requirements.
Coordinate grant solicitations, application reviews, funding recommendations, award notifications, and grant agreements.
Ensure grant-funded projects align with Florida Digital Service cybersecurity priorities, strategic plans, and funding requirements.
Provide technical assistance to applicants and recipients regarding eligible cybersecurity investments and grant requirements.
Support local governments in identifying cybersecurity needs and aligning grant-funded solutions with organizational risk management objectives.
Facilitate access to cybersecurity resources, including security monitoring services, vulnerability management tools, endpoint protection platforms, cybersecurity assessments, incident response capabilities, and workforce development opportunities.
Monitor grant recipient compliance with applicable federal, state, and departmental requirements.
Review project deliverables, performance reports, reimbursement requests, and supporting documentation.
Conduct risk assessments and implement monitoring strategies to ensure accountability and effective stewardship of grant funds.
Coordinate corrective action plans and provide recommendations for addressing compliance concerns.
Support audit activities and grant closeout processes.
Serve as the primary liaison between the organization, local governments, cybersecurity partners, and funding agencies.
Conduct outreach, training, workshops, and informational sessions related to cybersecurity grant opportunities and program requirements.
Foster collaboration among local governments to share cybersecurity best practices, lessons learned, and available resources.
Assist stakeholders in developing cybersecurity project proposals and implementation plans.
Develop and maintain metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and cybersecurity outcomes.
Analyze grant performance data and prepare reports for leadership, funding agencies, and stakeholders.
Identify emerging cybersecurity risks, trends, and funding opportunities that may benefit local governments.
Recommend improvements to grant programs and cybersecurity resource allocation strategies.
Support statewide cybersecurity initiatives and strategic planning efforts.