Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or related field; additional relevant experience may substitute for degree
Active CISSP or equivalent high-level cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISM, CEH)
Minimum six years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, including security engineering and operations
At least four years supporting large Federal agencies with FISMA, NIST 800-53, and other security frameworks
Minimum two years of experience with JCAM
Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement
Expert-level command of English with significant experience interacting at CIO and CISO levels
Responsibilities
Translate cybersecurity concepts into terms understandable by non-technical stakeholders
Coordinate IT security audits and the implementation of policies at the agency level
Facilitate communication between Department OCIO and agencies to enhance security posture
Develop and implement tailored security operating models and procedures
Oversee ISSO SA&A activities for accreditation of information systems
Advise personnel on Department-level requirements for systems
Perform risk assessments and maintain system documentation
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications
Networking with high-level government agency personnel
Chance to work on significant national security initiatives
Potential for impact on agency-wide security policies
Engagement in a mission-critical cybersecurity role
Full Job Description
4382 Cyber Liaison 4382 | Top Secret
Job Description:
OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a Cybersecurity Liaison to support a cabinet-level client in Washington DC. The selected individual(s) will serve as trusted advisors to agency CIOs and CISOs, be experts in cybersecurity and information assurance, and represent the Department in matters of policy, audits, and enterprise security services. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.
GENERAL DUTIES:
Translate and contextualize complex cybersecurity concepts and policies into understandable terms to help agency CIOs, CISOs, and non-technical stakeholders understand how they apply within their organization
Coordinate security initiatives such as IT security audits and the practical application of new or updated policies and Federal mandates at the agency level
Facilitate communication between Department OCIO and agencies to improve security posture
Develop and implement security operating models and procedures tailored to organizational needs
Oversee ISSO SA&A activities to ensure information agency systems become and remain accredited per required schedules (e.g., ATT/ATO); validate that JCAM entries are current and complete
Advise agency personnel regarding Department-level requirements for new systems and decommissioning old systems
Perform risk assessments; maintain information system documentation
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related; may be substituted with additional relevant experience
Active CISSP or equivalent high-level cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISM, CEH, CASP)
Minimum six (6) years of hands-on cybersecurity experience such as security engineering, security operations, cloud security, and/or as an ISSO/ISSE/ISSM
Minimum four (4) years supporting a large Federal agency with FISMA, NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, SA&A, IT security audits, vulnerability and POA&M remediation, executive orders and directives, BODs, and OMB cyber memoranda
Minimum two (2) years of hands-on experience with JCAM
Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders
Expert-level command of the English language (oral and written), with experience interacting effectively at the CIO and CISO levels of large organizations
Expert-level organizational skills and ability to keep a multitude of tasks and projects on track at all times and with minimal supervision
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as vulnerability management, vulnerability scanning, endpoint management, data protection, SIEM, and GRC automation platforms
Experience leading or actively participating in FISMA, FISCAM, OIG, IRS security audit
CLEARANCE:
Active Top Secret clearance
Job Details
City : Washington, DC
State :
About New Jersey Transit
New Jersey Transit Corporation, branded as NJ Transit, is a state-owned public transportation system that serves the US state of New Jersey, along with portions of New York State and Pennsylvania. It operates bus, light rail, and commuter rail services throughout the state, connecting to major commercial and employment centers both within the state and in the adjacent major cities of New York and Philadelphia. NJ Transit also provides bus service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. NJ Transit is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
