
Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert w/Secret Clearance
TekSynap, North Charleston, SC, United States
Responsibilities & Qualifications
TekSynap is seeking a
Cybersecurity
Subject Matter Expert
to join our team at
D
efense Health Agency
to provide senior cybersecurity subject matter expertise supporting DHA cybersecurity assessment, RMF authorization, IV&V validation, and enterprise risk management activities across systems, enclaves, and sites supported by NIWC Atlantic.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
15 years IT experience HIPAA/Medical Systemsexpertise
Senior DoD cybersecurity experience
RMF subject matterexpertise
A&A authorization experience
IV&V cybersecurity validation experience
Enterprise cybersecurity architecture experience
Risk managementexpertise
DoD policy knowledge
Certifications
IAM Level III Certification preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP)
Education
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or related fieldEquivalent experience acceptable
Clearance
Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as senior cybersecurity advisor for RMF and A&A execution
Provide subject matterexpertiseon DoD cybersecurity policy and guidance
Provide oversight of RMF lifecycle implementation across systems
Review and approve Security Assessment Plans and test strategies
Provide technical review of Security Assessment Reports
Provide expert analysis of residual risk and authorization recommendations
Provide oversight of IV&V cybersecurity validation activities
Provideexpert guidance on STIG compliance and implementation
Support development of RMF strategies for enterprise systems
Provide guidance on cybersecurity architecture and controlselection
Review system boundary definitions and enclave architectures
Provide oversight of vulnerability remediation strategies
Review POA&M development and risk mitigation approaches
Provide expert support foreMASSpackage development
Review authorization packages for completeness and accuracy
Provide consultation to system owners and program managers
Support validation readiness review decision-making
Provide guidance for continuous monitoring strategy implementation
Support development of cybersecurity SOPs and policies
Provide guidance on NIST, FISMA, and DoD RMF requirements
Participate in technical review boards and governance forums
Provide expert analysis of cybersecurity test results
Support development of enterprise cybersecurity dashboards
Provide subject matterexpertisefor DHA cybersecurity initiatives
Support toolset enhancement and automation planning
Provide guidance on risk scoring and vulnerability prioritization
Support enterprise-wide cybersecurity compliance activities
Provide executive-level cybersecurity recommendations
Support CONUS and OCONUS cybersecurity assessment activities
Provide technical mentoring to engineering and analyst teams
Support Government briefings and technical presentations
Provide advisory support for authorization decisions
COMPETENCIES
Cybersecurity subject matterexpertise
RMF governance
Risk management
Architecture review
Technical advisory
Strategic cybersecurity planning
Policy interpretation
Executive communication
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.
Location:North Charleston, SC area (contractor facility within 15 miles of NIWC Atlantic). Remote/telework may be approved
Type of environment:Officeenvironment
Noise level: Medium
Work schedule:Core hours (0800-1700), Monday through Friday. Occasional extended hours during testing events
Amount of Travel:Minimal (5-15%).PrimarilyCONUSsupport
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizen
Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)
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 Job Information
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.
"Technology moving at the speed of thought"
embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com .
We offer our full-time employees a competitive
benefits
package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.
TekSynap is a
drug-free
workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive
text messages
regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name,
e-mail, and contact information
for purposes related to employment consideration.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, 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. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.
Job Locations
US-SC-North Charleston
ID
2026-9147
Category
Information Technology
Type
Regular Full-Time
TekSynap is seeking a
Cybersecurity
Subject Matter Expert
to join our team at
D
efense Health Agency
to provide senior cybersecurity subject matter expertise supporting DHA cybersecurity assessment, RMF authorization, IV&V validation, and enterprise risk management activities across systems, enclaves, and sites supported by NIWC Atlantic.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
15 years IT experience HIPAA/Medical Systemsexpertise
Senior DoD cybersecurity experience
RMF subject matterexpertise
A&A authorization experience
IV&V cybersecurity validation experience
Enterprise cybersecurity architecture experience
Risk managementexpertise
DoD policy knowledge
Certifications
IAM Level III Certification preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP)
Education
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or related fieldEquivalent experience acceptable
Clearance
Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as senior cybersecurity advisor for RMF and A&A execution
Provide subject matterexpertiseon DoD cybersecurity policy and guidance
Provide oversight of RMF lifecycle implementation across systems
Review and approve Security Assessment Plans and test strategies
Provide technical review of Security Assessment Reports
Provide expert analysis of residual risk and authorization recommendations
Provide oversight of IV&V cybersecurity validation activities
Provideexpert guidance on STIG compliance and implementation
Support development of RMF strategies for enterprise systems
Provide guidance on cybersecurity architecture and controlselection
Review system boundary definitions and enclave architectures
Provide oversight of vulnerability remediation strategies
Review POA&M development and risk mitigation approaches
Provide expert support foreMASSpackage development
Review authorization packages for completeness and accuracy
Provide consultation to system owners and program managers
Support validation readiness review decision-making
Provide guidance for continuous monitoring strategy implementation
Support development of cybersecurity SOPs and policies
Provide guidance on NIST, FISMA, and DoD RMF requirements
Participate in technical review boards and governance forums
Provide expert analysis of cybersecurity test results
Support development of enterprise cybersecurity dashboards
Provide subject matterexpertisefor DHA cybersecurity initiatives
Support toolset enhancement and automation planning
Provide guidance on risk scoring and vulnerability prioritization
Support enterprise-wide cybersecurity compliance activities
Provide executive-level cybersecurity recommendations
Support CONUS and OCONUS cybersecurity assessment activities
Provide technical mentoring to engineering and analyst teams
Support Government briefings and technical presentations
Provide advisory support for authorization decisions
COMPETENCIES
Cybersecurity subject matterexpertise
RMF governance
Risk management
Architecture review
Technical advisory
Strategic cybersecurity planning
Policy interpretation
Executive communication
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.
Location:North Charleston, SC area (contractor facility within 15 miles of NIWC Atlantic). Remote/telework may be approved
Type of environment:Officeenvironment
Noise level: Medium
Work schedule:Core hours (0800-1700), Monday through Friday. Occasional extended hours during testing events
Amount of Travel:Minimal (5-15%).PrimarilyCONUSsupport
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizen
Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)
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 Job Information
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.
"Technology moving at the speed of thought"
embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com .
We offer our full-time employees a competitive
benefits
package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.
TekSynap is a
drug-free
workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive
text messages
regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name,
e-mail, and contact information
for purposes related to employment consideration.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, 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. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.
Job Locations
US-SC-North Charleston
ID
2026-9147
Category
Information Technology
Type
Regular Full-Time