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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

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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