Cybersecurity & Compliance Lead
Position OverviewOne of our clients is seeking a Cybersecurity & Compliance Lead to oversee CMMC management and security infrastructure operations.
Key Responsibilities1.
CMMC Management- Lead CMMC Level 2 certification readiness and operational management by complying with NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, and DFARS requirements
- Validated and enhance system architectures and technical security controls to ensure compliance with CMMC standards for protecting CUI (Controlled
Unclassified Information) - Design and manage a supply chain cybersecurity risk assessment framework to identify, evaluate, and mitigate third-party security risks
2.
Security Infrastructure & Operations - Deploy and operate enterprise security solutions (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, EDR, etc.)
- Establish and manage the lifecycle of security policies
- Proactively manage vulnerabilities and conduct real-time log monitoring to detect and respond to security threats
Key Qualifications- Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or above), as required by defense contract obligations
- Education: Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related IT field
- Experience: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity
- Technical Competence: High-level understanding of enterprise security tools (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, EDR, etc.) and architectures
Preferred Skills- Certifications: Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA) and CMMC-related credentials (e.g., CCA, CCP)
- Industry Experience: Prior work experience within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) or with major federal and defense contractors
- Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience building and securing defense security architectures within cloud environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Microsoft GCC High)
- Audit Experience: Proven experience successfully undergoing and completing official CMMC C3PAO audits
Additional Information- Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site
- Location: Arlington, VA
- Base Salary: $200,000
Interview ProcessResume Screening Interview (1st/2nd) Reference Check Conditional Offer Background Check Final Hire
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