Sr. Cybersecurity/Chief Information Officer Subject Matter Expert (SME) - U.S. C

Senior Cybersecurity/Chief Information Officer SME

Location: Alexandria, VA. Clearance required: Top Secret TS/SCI. Employment type: Full‑time. Salary range: $229,000–$366,000 (Bethesda, MD).

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal cyber advisor to senior leadership.
• Lead Zero Trust architecture implementation aligned with DoD security directives.
• Conduct executive‑level briefings on cyber posture, enterprise risks, and readiness.
• Oversee multiple active RMF packages within eMASS, interpret and validate NIST 800‑53 Rev 5.1.1 controls.
• Develop SSPs, SARs, manage POA&M remediation cycles, prepare ATO/ATO‑C/IATT/dATO documentation and coordinate with Authorizing Officials.
• Lead enterprise cyber architecture reviews aligned with DoDAF, direct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security scanning operations.
• Manage STIG/SRG compliance and secure DevOps integration.
• Implement threat hunting, continuous monitoring, and secure configuration programs.
• Oversee AI‑driven SOP automation development (target: 90‑day implementation) and lead ML‑based RMF control validation automation efforts (target: 120‑day implementation).
• Ensure alignment with federal AI safety and security directives.
• Lead cyber professionals and engineering specialists across multiple technical domains.
• Coordinate with DoD enterprise stakeholders (CIO, DISA, Cyber Command).
• Manage contract deliverables, briefings, schedules, and transition activities.
• Lead enterprise programs aligned to high‑visibility, multi‑stakeholder defense missions.

Qualifications

• United States Citizen with proof of citizenship.
• Minimum 20 years of DoD IT and cybersecurity experience spanning enterprise‑class environments and mission‑critical systems.
• Experience supporting DoD C&A/A&A and RMF evolution for 10+ years.
• Expertise covering DITSCAP to DIACAP RMF transitions.
• Direct ATO package authorship, control implementation, continuous monitoring, and engagement with Authorizing Officials.
• Minimum 7 years in a DoD CIO, AO, or equivalent authority role.
• Involvement in risk acceptance decisions, strategic cybersecurity planning, and enterprise governance.
• Required certifications: GSLC, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or another DoD‑approved Level 3 IAT/IAM certification.
• Desired: Experience with AWS GovCloud IL2/IL4/IL5 workloads; familiarity with defense business systems; understanding of Section 508 compliance; prior experience serving as key personnel on major DoD contracts.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance; group and voluntary life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; flexible spending accounts; generous paid leave including federal holidays; professional development opportunities and tuition assistance.

Commitment to Equality

At ZenPoint Solutions, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.