Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Lead
CACI International IncAbout the role
We are seeking an experienced Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Lead to join our team in preparation for an upcoming multi-million-dollar contract with USCYBERCOM, supporting an effort in Fort Meade, MD.
What You’ll Get to Do:
Serves as a technical lead for those contractor personnel performing DCO support functions and DODIN operations support functions.
Applies advanced telecommunications knowledge of DOD network designs and operations to analyze and define global network centric solutions.
Analyzes and evaluates voice/video/data system solutions and provide support for joint full spectrum (terrestrial and space) system and network integration.
Conducts enterprise assessments of threats and vulnerabilities, determines deviations from acceptable configurations and security controls, assesses the level of risk, and develops and/or recommends appropriate remediation strategies.
Maintains thorough knowledge on DODIN operations, U.S. cyberspace operations community architecture, and potential defensive capabilities for countering cyber threats.
Assesses operational risks and issues, develops effective COAs and mitigation strategies, mediates, and coordinates actions.
Analyzes and reports on technical issues of current and future DOD plans, programs, policies, and activity related to the assessment of the DODIN.
Supports the design and development of networks and associated enterprise architectures.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
Minimum of bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of experience managing teams in a cyberspace environment.
Minimum 10 years of experience as a Cyberspace Operations Engineer or related functional area
Minimum DOD 8140/DOD 8570 IAM Level III Certification
Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
An active TS/SCI with poly security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship required.
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
Experience managing DCO, cyberspace defense, Cyber Network Defense (CND), cybersecurity, and/or Information Assurance (IA).
Experience working program activities in compliance with quality control activities.
Experience working risk identification, management, and mitigation.
Experience leading teams in a multi-agency, multi stakeholder environment.
What We Can Offer You:
- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless.
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