ClearanceJobs is hiring: Cybersecurity SME in Washington

Cloud Security SME

TekSynap is seeking a Cloud Security SME to lead development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, RMF accreditation, and Zero Trust architectures for classified and unclassified environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Zero Trust implementation and security accreditation efforts.
• Apply NIST 800-53/190 standards to JPO DevSecOps environments.
• Develop RMF packages and ATO documentation for multi-classification systems.
• Advise JPO leadership on cybersecurity posture and compliance risk.
• Author policy, technical documentation, and user guidance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related (Master's desirable).
• 10+ years cybersecurity experience, including RMF and ATO processes.
• 5+ years accreditation in SAP/JSIG/JSF secure environments.
• Strong familiarity with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-190.
• DoD 8570: IAM Level III or IAT Level III.
• Active Secret clearance (Top Secret/SAP required for some tasks).

Competencies

• Risk Management Framework (RMF) & ATO process
• SAP/JSIG accreditation packages
• Security architecture for multi-domain systems
• Policy development & cyber documentation
• NIST controls implementation & compliance testing

We are seeking a Cybersecurity SME to join our team at the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO). TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment.

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Additional Job Information

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Location: Arlington, VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: On-site (with limited hybrid flexibility)
• Amount of Travel: Periodic travel 5-10% (Ft. Worth, TX; WPAFB, OH)

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds.
• The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

• US Citizenship
• Clearance requirement: Active Secret clearance (Top Secret/SAP preferred)

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.