Technical Lead - CUI

Soliel • Silver Spring, MD

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Technical Lead – Cybersecurity & Data Governance to support the operationalization of a Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Program within a federal civilian environment. This role will lead a data-centric, risk-adaptive approach to embedding CUI protections across the enterprise data lifecycle. The Technical Lead will serve as the primary bridge between cybersecurity, data governance, and privacy stakeholders, ensuring alignment with federal data governance frameworks and security standards, including NIST SP 800-171. This individual will provide both strategic oversight and hands-on execution in support of compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or IT risk management within federal environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust.
• Can hold a Secret Clearance (or higher).
• Deep, functional knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Hands-on experience developing SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, PIAs, and SORNs.
• Strong understanding of data lifecycles, metadata schemas, and implementing technical "Need-to-Know" access controls.
• Industry-recognized security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP/CGRC, or equivalent DoD 8140/8570 IAM Level II/III certification).

Responsibilities

• Lead the operationalization of the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Program using a risk-based, data-centric approach.
• Conduct NIST SP 800-171 gap assessments and develop prioritized Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address deficiencies.
• Develop, maintain, and update System Security Plans (SSPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance and control inheritance.
• Integrate CUI requirements into data governance processes, including metadata schemas, data inventories, and data sharing agreements.
• Align CUI policies with Privacy Impact Analyses (PIAs) and System of Records Notices (SORNs) across mixed-data environments (CUI, PII, PHI).
• Serve as the primary liaison between cybersecurity, data governance, privacy, and executive stakeholders to ensure alignment with RMF activities.
• Coordinate with insider risk and enterprise security teams to assess emerging threats and strengthen access controls and monitoring.
• Develop executive-level reporting and deliver targeted, role-based training to promote continuous improvement and embedded compliance.

Benefits

• Major medical, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Excellent compensation commensurate with experience in related field(s) and performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level