Motorola Solutions
Threat Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Motorola Solutions, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Threat Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Seeking an experienced Threat Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting Task 8 of our CMS Security and Privacy Support Services Contract. The primary focus is to identify, analyze, and communicate cyber threat intelligence, enhancing CMS's understanding of adversary tactics, vulnerabilities, and potential attack vectors targeting CMS Affordable Care Act (ACA) and No Surprises and Transparency (NST) systems. The Threat Intelligence SME will also develop CMS-aligned threat models, enrich Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) and incident response activities, and provide actionable intelligence to risk strategists, Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), and system owners. Job Responsibilities
Collect, analyze, and synthesize threat intelligence related to healthcare, federal systems, and critical infrastructure Develop threat models and adversary profiles aligned with CMS systems and threat landscape Provide analysis and briefings on current threat actor behaviors, tools, tactics, and procedures (TTPs) Collaborate with CMS, ISSOs, and cybersecurity operations teams to enhance situational awareness and threat response posture Support threat hunting and vulnerability mitigation by integrating intelligence into CDM and monitoring tools Produce intelligence reports, risk advisories, and mitigation recommendations for system and program stakeholders Coordinate with CMS stakeholders and external intelligence-sharing entities (e.g., ISACs, CISA) Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging threats, and threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or related field 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 3 years focused on threat intelligence Proven experience producing threat models, advisories, and cyber threat briefings Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, TTP analysis, and adversary emulation Familiarity with TIPs, STIX/TAXII, and threat feeds Excellent writing and communication skills for technical and executive audiences Preferred Skills
Experience supporting CMS or other HHS programs Certifications such as GCTI, CEH, CISSP, or CYSA+ Familiarity with CMS ARS 5.0 and NIST 800-53 Experience collaborating with government ISACs or participating in federal threat intel exchanges Knowledge of incident response and cyber operations frameworks Target Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. Basic Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or related field 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 3 years focused on threat intelligence Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel Requirements
Under 10% Relocation Provided
None Position Type
Experienced Referral Payment Plan
No Our U.S. Benefits include: Incentive Bonus Plans Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 401K with Company Match 10 Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off Packages Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Parental & Family Leave and more! Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team. We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this form.
Seeking an experienced Threat Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting Task 8 of our CMS Security and Privacy Support Services Contract. The primary focus is to identify, analyze, and communicate cyber threat intelligence, enhancing CMS's understanding of adversary tactics, vulnerabilities, and potential attack vectors targeting CMS Affordable Care Act (ACA) and No Surprises and Transparency (NST) systems. The Threat Intelligence SME will also develop CMS-aligned threat models, enrich Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) and incident response activities, and provide actionable intelligence to risk strategists, Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), and system owners. Job Responsibilities
Collect, analyze, and synthesize threat intelligence related to healthcare, federal systems, and critical infrastructure Develop threat models and adversary profiles aligned with CMS systems and threat landscape Provide analysis and briefings on current threat actor behaviors, tools, tactics, and procedures (TTPs) Collaborate with CMS, ISSOs, and cybersecurity operations teams to enhance situational awareness and threat response posture Support threat hunting and vulnerability mitigation by integrating intelligence into CDM and monitoring tools Produce intelligence reports, risk advisories, and mitigation recommendations for system and program stakeholders Coordinate with CMS stakeholders and external intelligence-sharing entities (e.g., ISACs, CISA) Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging threats, and threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or related field 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 3 years focused on threat intelligence Proven experience producing threat models, advisories, and cyber threat briefings Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, TTP analysis, and adversary emulation Familiarity with TIPs, STIX/TAXII, and threat feeds Excellent writing and communication skills for technical and executive audiences Preferred Skills
Experience supporting CMS or other HHS programs Certifications such as GCTI, CEH, CISSP, or CYSA+ Familiarity with CMS ARS 5.0 and NIST 800-53 Experience collaborating with government ISACs or participating in federal threat intel exchanges Knowledge of incident response and cyber operations frameworks Target Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. Basic Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or related field 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 3 years focused on threat intelligence Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel Requirements
Under 10% Relocation Provided
None Position Type
Experienced Referral Payment Plan
No Our U.S. Benefits include: Incentive Bonus Plans Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 401K with Company Match 10 Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off Packages Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Parental & Family Leave and more! Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team. We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this form.