Senior Cybersecurity and IT Policy SME
Management Solutions, Knoxville, TN, United States
Job Title: Senior Cybersecurity / Cyber and IT Policy Subject Matter Expert
Location: Knoxville, TN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
Management Solutions isseekinga Senior Cybersecurity / Cyber and IT Policy Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support delivery of mission-critical services within a federal IT environment.
This role provides expert-level leadership in IT policy, cybersecurity strategy, and governance, supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity policies and frameworks. The SME will ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, organizationalobjectives, and industry best practices whileadvisingclient leadership on policy, risk, and strategic initiatives.
The position requires deepexpertisein federal cybersecurity and IT policy, strong analytical and advisory capabilities, and the ability to lead policy development, coordination, and implementation efforts across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
Key Responsibilities IT & Cybersecurity Policy Leadership Provide subject matterexpertiseacross IT policy, cybersecurity, strategic planning, and governance to support mission-criticalobjectives.
Lead the development, refinement, and implementation of IT and cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidance.
Ensure alignment of policies with applicable regulatory requirements, federal frameworks, and client strategicobjectives.
Policy Review & Gap Analysis ReviewapplicableIT and cybersecurity policies to ensure alignment and compliance with client requirements.
Conduct assessments toidentifyIT and cybersecurity policy gaps and provide written recommendations for remediation.
Evaluate policy effectiveness and recommend improvements to strengthen governance and compliance.
Policy Development & Lifecycle Management Lead drafting, review, and refinement of IT and cybersecurity policy and guidance documents.
Coordinatepolicy reviews, ensuring stakeholder alignmentto shepherd policy through requiredapprovals.
Track policy status, updates, and approvals to ensure transparency and accountability across stakeholders.
Strategic Planning & Implementation Develop policy implementation plans and roadmaps aligned with client strategic goals and cybersecurity initiatives.
Support development and maintenance of cybersecurity plans, strategies, and policy frameworks.
Provide expert input into enterprise-level planning, modernization efforts, and governance initiatives.
Risk Mitigation & Compliance Support Develop andmaintaina repository of IT and cybersecurity policy risk mitigation strategies.
Identifypolicy-related risks andgaps, andrecommend actionable mitigation approaches.
Support compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Training, Awareness & Communication Create and deliver IT and cybersecurity policy awareness campaigns, training sessions, and workshops for client personnel.
Promote understanding and adoption of policies, standards, and governance processes across the organization.
Translate complex policy and regulatory requirements into clear, accessible guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Documentation & Repository Management Maintain a centralized, version-controlled library of all current and historical IT and cybersecurity policy documents.
Ensure proper documentation management, version control, and accessibility of policy materials.
Establish and enforce documentation standards, templates, and best practices.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory Interface with client leadership and stakeholders toprovideexpert guidance on cybersecurity policy, risks, and strategic initiatives.
Support executive briefings, governance forums, and cross-functional working groups.
Collaborate with business analysts, technical teams, and program leadership to ensure alignment between policy, operations, and reporting.
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field (e.g., Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Public Policy, or related discipline), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity, IT policy, governance, or related roles.
Demonstratedexpertisein developing, reviewing, and implementing federal IT and cybersecurity policies.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Experience conducting policy assessments, gap analyses, and compliance evaluations.
Experience coordinating policy reviews and managing policy lifecycle processes.
Experienceadvisingsenior leadership on cybersecurity strategy, policy, and risk management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex environments and provide strategic recommendations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level materials and training content.
Ability to obtain andmaintaina Q clearance.
Preferred Qualifications Experience supportingfederal agencies.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity and IT governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Experience supportingIT orcybersecurity operations programs.
Prior experience in a consulting or professional services environment.
Possessing an active Q, L,orTop Secretclearance is strongly preferred.
Work Authorization U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract and/or security clearance requirements.
Working Conditions This position is primarily performed in an office environment or a home office setting. Employees will be required to use a computer and other office equipment for extended periods. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and operate a computer and standard office equipment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Management Solutions is an equalopportunityemployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the Law.
Management Solutions is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodate due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.
Disclaimer This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not a complete list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.
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Job Summary:
Management Solutions isseekinga Senior Cybersecurity / Cyber and IT Policy Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support delivery of mission-critical services within a federal IT environment.
This role provides expert-level leadership in IT policy, cybersecurity strategy, and governance, supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity policies and frameworks. The SME will ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, organizationalobjectives, and industry best practices whileadvisingclient leadership on policy, risk, and strategic initiatives.
The position requires deepexpertisein federal cybersecurity and IT policy, strong analytical and advisory capabilities, and the ability to lead policy development, coordination, and implementation efforts across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
Key Responsibilities IT & Cybersecurity Policy Leadership Provide subject matterexpertiseacross IT policy, cybersecurity, strategic planning, and governance to support mission-criticalobjectives.
Lead the development, refinement, and implementation of IT and cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidance.
Ensure alignment of policies with applicable regulatory requirements, federal frameworks, and client strategicobjectives.
Policy Review & Gap Analysis ReviewapplicableIT and cybersecurity policies to ensure alignment and compliance with client requirements.
Conduct assessments toidentifyIT and cybersecurity policy gaps and provide written recommendations for remediation.
Evaluate policy effectiveness and recommend improvements to strengthen governance and compliance.
Policy Development & Lifecycle Management Lead drafting, review, and refinement of IT and cybersecurity policy and guidance documents.
Coordinatepolicy reviews, ensuring stakeholder alignmentto shepherd policy through requiredapprovals.
Track policy status, updates, and approvals to ensure transparency and accountability across stakeholders.
Strategic Planning & Implementation Develop policy implementation plans and roadmaps aligned with client strategic goals and cybersecurity initiatives.
Support development and maintenance of cybersecurity plans, strategies, and policy frameworks.
Provide expert input into enterprise-level planning, modernization efforts, and governance initiatives.
Risk Mitigation & Compliance Support Develop andmaintaina repository of IT and cybersecurity policy risk mitigation strategies.
Identifypolicy-related risks andgaps, andrecommend actionable mitigation approaches.
Support compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Training, Awareness & Communication Create and deliver IT and cybersecurity policy awareness campaigns, training sessions, and workshops for client personnel.
Promote understanding and adoption of policies, standards, and governance processes across the organization.
Translate complex policy and regulatory requirements into clear, accessible guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Documentation & Repository Management Maintain a centralized, version-controlled library of all current and historical IT and cybersecurity policy documents.
Ensure proper documentation management, version control, and accessibility of policy materials.
Establish and enforce documentation standards, templates, and best practices.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory Interface with client leadership and stakeholders toprovideexpert guidance on cybersecurity policy, risks, and strategic initiatives.
Support executive briefings, governance forums, and cross-functional working groups.
Collaborate with business analysts, technical teams, and program leadership to ensure alignment between policy, operations, and reporting.
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field (e.g., Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Public Policy, or related discipline), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity, IT policy, governance, or related roles.
Demonstratedexpertisein developing, reviewing, and implementing federal IT and cybersecurity policies.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Experience conducting policy assessments, gap analyses, and compliance evaluations.
Experience coordinating policy reviews and managing policy lifecycle processes.
Experienceadvisingsenior leadership on cybersecurity strategy, policy, and risk management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex environments and provide strategic recommendations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level materials and training content.
Ability to obtain andmaintaina Q clearance.
Preferred Qualifications Experience supportingfederal agencies.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity and IT governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Experience supportingIT orcybersecurity operations programs.
Prior experience in a consulting or professional services environment.
Possessing an active Q, L,orTop Secretclearance is strongly preferred.
Work Authorization U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract and/or security clearance requirements.
Working Conditions This position is primarily performed in an office environment or a home office setting. Employees will be required to use a computer and other office equipment for extended periods. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and operate a computer and standard office equipment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Management Solutions is an equalopportunityemployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the Law.
Management Solutions is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodate due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.
Disclaimer This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not a complete list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.
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