Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert w/Secret Clearance
TekSynap, North Charleston, SC, United States
Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert
TekSynap is seeking a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert to join our team at Defense 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 of IT experience with HIPAA/Medical Systems expertise
Senior DoD cybersecurity experience
RMF subject matter expertise
A&A authorization experience
IV&V cybersecurity validation experience
Enterprise cybersecurity architecture experience
Risk management expertise
DoD policy knowledge
Certifications
IAM Level III Certification preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience acceptable)
Clearance
Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)
Responsibilities
Serve as senior cybersecurity advisor for RMF and A&A execution
Provide subject matter expertise on 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 ReportsProvide expert analysis of residual risk and authorization recommendations
Provide oversight of IV&V cybersecurity validation activities
Provide expert guidance on STIG compliance and implementation
Support development of RMF strategies for enterprise systems
Provide guidance on cybersecurity architecture and control selection
Review system boundary definitions and enclave architectures
Provide oversight of vulnerability remediation strategies
Review POA&M development and risk mitigation approaches
Provide expert support for eMASS package 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 matter expertise for 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 matter expertise
RMF governance
Risk management
Architecture review
Technical advisory
Strategic cybersecurity planning
Policy interpretation
Executive communication
Work Environment
Location: North Charleston, SC area (contractor facility within 15 miles of NIWC Atlantic). Remote/telework may be approved.
Type of environment: Office environment
Noise level: Medium
Work schedule: Core hours (0800‑1700), Monday through Friday. Occasional extended hours during testing events.
Amount of Travel: Minimal (5‑15 %). Primarily CONUS support.
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. The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds; 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.
Benefits 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.
Compliance Statements 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.
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. 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.
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Required Qualifications Experience
15 years of IT experience with HIPAA/Medical Systems expertise
Senior DoD cybersecurity experience
RMF subject matter expertise
A&A authorization experience
IV&V cybersecurity validation experience
Enterprise cybersecurity architecture experience
Risk management expertise
DoD policy knowledge
Certifications
IAM Level III Certification preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience acceptable)
Clearance
Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)
Responsibilities
Serve as senior cybersecurity advisor for RMF and A&A execution
Provide subject matter expertise on 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 ReportsProvide expert analysis of residual risk and authorization recommendations
Provide oversight of IV&V cybersecurity validation activities
Provide expert guidance on STIG compliance and implementation
Support development of RMF strategies for enterprise systems
Provide guidance on cybersecurity architecture and control selection
Review system boundary definitions and enclave architectures
Provide oversight of vulnerability remediation strategies
Review POA&M development and risk mitigation approaches
Provide expert support for eMASS package 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 matter expertise for 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 matter expertise
RMF governance
Risk management
Architecture review
Technical advisory
Strategic cybersecurity planning
Policy interpretation
Executive communication
Work Environment
Location: North Charleston, SC area (contractor facility within 15 miles of NIWC Atlantic). Remote/telework may be approved.
Type of environment: Office environment
Noise level: Medium
Work schedule: Core hours (0800‑1700), Monday through Friday. Occasional extended hours during testing events.
Amount of Travel: Minimal (5‑15 %). Primarily CONUS support.
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. The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds; 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.
Benefits 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.
Compliance Statements 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.
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. 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.
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