Cybersecurity SME (Pipeline)

Location: This is a US-based remote position, with candidates in the Tampa Bay area preferred.

• Tampa-based employees may have the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid schedule in the future, requiring periodic onsite presence at our Tampa, FL location.

Employment Type: Full-Time Core business hours with on-call availability
Security Clearance: minimum T3 required
Status: Talent Pool

Join Our Pipeline for Future Opportunities!

This posting is intended to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future openings supporting ongoing operations. Positions may become available based on staffing needs, operational requirements, or workforce changes. Qualified applicants may be contacted as opportunities arise.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity professional to oversee all information assurance and cybersecurity compliance activities for a federal government IT program. You will manage DoD RMF authorization packages, direct vulnerability remediation, serve as the S-ISSO for enterprise systems, and lead a team of security professionals ensuring the continuous security posture of a mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

● Perform all cybersecurity operations and RMF compliance activities for a federal enterprise IT environment

● Manage DoD RMF ATO packages using eMASS across the full system authorization lifecycle

● Direct vulnerability management including IAVM patching, ACAS/STIG scanning, and POA&M management

● Develop and implement patch management and remediation plans meeting DoD timelines

● Support cybersecurity audits, penetration tests, red team exercises, and incident response

● Provide annual Privacy Impact Assessments and ongoing privacy compliance support

● Ensure cybersecurity workforce meets DoD 8140 qualification requirements

● Collaborate with CSSP, government ISSM, and DMDC Cybersecurity Division on all IA activities

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Security Clearance: minimum T3 required
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or CISSP certification
• Minimum 7 years of federal cybersecurity or IA experience with 2+ years in a lead/ISSO role
• Solid knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and DoD security compliance requirements
• Hands-on eMASS experience for ATO package development and management
• Experience with ACAS, SCC/SCAP, and STIG implementation

Preferred Qualifications

● CISSP, CASP+, or CEH certification

● Cloud security certification (AWS, Azure, Red Hat OpenStack, or equivalent)

● Experience with cloud infrastructure security at DoD IL4/IL5

● Knowledge of privacy compliance frameworks including Privacy Act and PIAs

Certifications

● CISSP or equivalent required or qualifying degree

● DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification required

● Cloud platform certification required