Project Lead

TSTC

$155K — $170K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 15 years of security compliance experience
  • CISSP or CISM certification required
  • Proficient in providing guidance for security compliance and IT systems management
  • Strong document review skills for accuracy before submission
  • Ability to interface with senior leadership and provide status updates
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
  • Effective at working independently in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead maintenance of Authority to Operate (ATO) for IT Systems
  • Assess current security postures of IT Systems
  • Identify potential risks for future programs and IT system designs
  • Research and engineer security solutions based on requirements
  • Document status reports and manage invoicing data
  • Review security compliance deliverables for correctness
  • Collaborate with a geographically dispersed team of security engineers

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with personal and team merit bonuses
  • Comprehensive health coverage with multiple plan options
  • Flexible work arrangements including remote work
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Budget for professional development opportunities
  • Comprehensive wellness programs including EAP support
Full Job Description
What We're Looking For:

TSTC is looking for a seasoned project lead with depth of knowledge in security engineering and governance technical domains. We need someone who is self-motivated, able to manage a geographically dispersed team of highly technical security engineers, and who loves problem solving. The ideal candidate combines project reporting and management with domain knowledge and is comfortable reporting to senior leadership.

TSTC is looking for candidates for this Key Personnel position that meet or exceed the stated requirements; are excited to join our team and willing to sign a binding letter of commitment; and can start 2 to 3 weeks after notification of contract award.

Basic Qualifications/Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and 15 years of related security compliance experience
  • Must have a CISSP or a CISM
  • Provide guidance, management, and leadership for the following:
    • Maintenance of Authority to Operate (ATO) for IT Systems
    • Identification of IT Systems Current Security Postures,
    • Identification of the potential risk of future programs, designs and implementations of future programs related to the deployment of IT Systems,
    • Research, design, and engineer solutions to security requirements, and
    • Alternative analysis and recommendations
  • Document and submit status reports and invoice data
  • Review documentation deliverables for accuracy and correctness prior to final submission
  • Interface with and report up to government and TSTC senior leadership
  • Review and ensure security compliance deliverables are accurate and correct
  • Skilled in MS Office Suite
  • Work independently, proactively identify and complete tasks
  • Must have excellent English verbal and written skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple teams, stakeholders, and SMEs


Security Clearance and Where You'll Work

  • Candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation required to obtain a Government suitability determination.
  • Work will be performed in Annapolis Junction, Maryland or Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • This is a hybrid role with 4 days of work on site each week.
  • Travel 4-5 times per year for weeklong assignments.


$155,000 - $170,000 a year

Benefits at TSTC

Competitive Salary & Bonuses - Includes personal and team merit bonuses, with salary matching for 401(k) up to 3%.

Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options. 100% TSTC-paid life and disability insurance, including short- and long-term plans.

Flexible Work Options - Remote work allowed, flexible schedules, and telework opportunities. (varies per position)

Paid Time Off & Holidays - Generous PTO and paid holidays.

Professional Development - Continuous performance evaluation process... Dedicated annual budget for educational opportunities.

Comprehensive Wellness Programs - confidential employee assistance program (EAP). Wellness Resource Group and wellness programs throughout the year.

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