Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert – Lead

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert – Lead to join our Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Team supporting the Endpoint Security System team.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

Experience

• Minimum seven (7) years of IT experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of Information Assurance (IA) experience.
• Proven proficiency performing cloud security work in DoD environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving complex security issues.
• Strong knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD cybersecurity standards.

Certifications

• DoD 8570 IAT Level III Baseline Certification
  • CompTIA Advanced security Practitioner with Continuing Education (CASP+ CE)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP or Associate)
  • GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• DoD Approved 8140 Certification: IAT Level relevant certifications CNDSP-IS
• Host Based Security System (HBSS) Administrator or Host Based Security System (HBSS) Advanced
• Microsoft SC-900

Clearance

• Secret – IT-II (Tier 3) Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance with a favorable NACLC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide expert-level support, research, and analysis of exceptionally complex cybersecurity problems, processes, and solutions.
• Serve as a technical advisor to the Cybersecurity Assessment Program, delivering technical direction, interpretation, and alternative approaches to complex challenges.
• Apply advanced cybersecurity principles, theories, and methodologies to develop innovative and practical solutions for enterprise environments.
• Recommend and implement security tools, technologies, and software solutions aligned with DoD security requirements and DISA guidelines.
• Assist in developing software tool requirements and selection criteria, including creation of product-specific STIGs derived from applicable DISA SRGs.
• Work independently on unusually complex technical problems and guide advanced technological concepts through development into final solutions.
• Conduct evaluations of cloud computing environments, security controls, and compliance posture.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate security documentation, including reports, plans, and procedures.
• Provide actionable recommendations to executive management to improve cybersecurity posture and risk management practices.
• Ensure solutions align with DoD security regulations, RMF requirements, and industry best practices.

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations: DLA Land and Maritime, Columbus, Ohio
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret clearance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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.

OTHER INFORMATION

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

Additional