Active Top Secret / SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph — must be in-scope and adjudicated prior to start
8 or more years of cybersecurity experience directly supporting the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or other U.S. government national security programs
Demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity architecture design for classified and sensitive government networks and information systems
Deep familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253, DODI 8510.01 (RMF), and related DoD/IC cybersecurity policy frameworks
Experience designing or operating within multi-classification-level environments and managing cross-domain data transfer requirements
Proficiency in network security architecture, including segmentation, firewall policy, PKI/encryption, and intrusion detection/prevention
Strong understanding of endpoint security, identity and access management (IAM), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) in government environments
Proven ability to lead technical security architecture efforts and communicate findings to both technical and executive audiences
Experience with zero trust architecture (ZTA) implementation in accordance with DoD ZT Strategy and NIST SP 800-207
Familiarity with NSA-approved cryptographic solutions and key management systems used in classified environments
Experience supporting all levels of classified programs
Background in cloud security architecture within classified environments (e.g., AWS C2S, Azure Government, or equivalent IL5/IL6 environments)
Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), data guards, and approval processes
Prior experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
Familiarity with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required
Master's degree in a related field is preferred
Equivalent combination of education, military technical training, and hands-on experience in classified environments may be considered