Cybersecurity Subject Matter Specialist (Tech Lead)

Requirements:

• Active Secret security clearance
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
• CISSP certification or equivalent IAT/IAM Level III certification
• At least 15 years of IT experience, including providing technical expertise to the DoD, other federal agencies, or Fortune 400 organizations
• Hands-on experience with Air Force or DoD enterprise infrastructure, governance, policies, and procedures
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and the DoD 8500 series
• Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise cybersecurity projects and initiatives in complex environments
• Preferred: Deep knowledge of Zero Trust technologies, implementation, and integration with enterprise security architecture
• Preferred: Certified Zero Trust Strategist (ZTS) from the Cloud Security Alliance, NIST Zero Trust Architecture training, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert, or MIT xPro Zero Trust Strategy certification
• Preferred: Cloud Service Provider Security certification
• Preferred: DevSecOps certification
• Preferred: Artificial Intelligence training or certification

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance on DoD and Air Force cybersecurity initiatives, enterprise infrastructure, and security programs
• Advise on cybersecurity architecture, risk management, and compliance, and interpret and apply DoD cybersecurity governance, policies, and procedures
• Lead and support implementation of security controls aligned with NIST, RMF, and DoD frameworks
• Work with cross-functional teams to assess, design, and implement secure IT solutions; conduct security assessments and vulnerability analyses; and plan incident response
• Mentor junior cybersecurity staff and contribute to knowledge sharing
• Help develop policies, directives, memorandums, CONOPS, CONEMP, implementation plans, and other documentation for cybersecurity, cyber operations, governance, oversight, risk management, strategy, command and control, failover, and alignment with applicable frameworks and regulations
• Support development and implementation of information protection processes, procedures, and technology requirements, including baseline configurations, SDLC, configuration change control, and physical operating environment policies
• Maintain awareness of relevant guidance, policies, laws, and regulations; communicate updates and incorporate them into enterprise strategies affected by Zero Trust
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and deliver Zero Trust cybersecurity awareness, role-based, and operational training, including realistic cyber exercises and scenarios
• Coordinate with portfolio managers and program offices on systems maintained or used by the Department of the Air Force; advise government leads on Zero Trust requirements and identify architecture deficiencies in new systems
• Develop executive briefings and metrics for Zero Trust monitoring and oversight, including reporting to Congress, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, DoD, and senior Department of the Air Force leaders
• Provide communications and change management support for program and financial management, business process improvement, and process standardization
• Establish and operate Zero Trust Functional Management Office capabilities to coordinate and track activities supporting Zero Trust roadmaps and related guidance with the Secretary of the Air Force Chief Information Officers office
• Develop capability-specific implementation plans from strategic roadmaps and track their milestones and deliverables
• Assess existing Zero Trust activities and systems and recommend alignment with the Department of the Air Force Zero Trust Roadmap
• Advise on implementation and execution options and opportunities to converge programs and capabilities
• Support Zero Trust transitions and integrate related activities into Capability Planning Guidance implementation oversight and reporting

Technologies:

• AI
• Architect
• Cloud
• DevSecOps
• IAM
• Support
• Security
• Agentic AI

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We are seeking a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Specialist (Tech Lead) to support Air Combat Commands Directorate of Cyberspace Operations and Warfighting Communications Zero Trust Functional Management Office at Scott AFB, Illinois, and other locations across the country. Our work spans AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions for federal missions, and our team includes more than 1,700 members, including over 1,500 AI and data experts. We have more than 100 prime contracts and have been recognized as a Washington Post Top Workplace for six consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in 13 of the past 14 years. We offer a welcoming, collaborative, growth-focused environment where employees can innovate, develop their expertise, and make a meaningful mission impact. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans; life insurance; paid time off and public holidays; family leave; and short- and long-term disability coverage.

last updated 43 week of 2026