Cybersecurity Team Lead with Security Clearance

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Job description

Dark Wolf Solutions is looking for a Cybersecurity Team Lead who is an experienced Cybersecurity Advisor and interested in working in a fast-paced environment providing cybersecurity support for classified on-prem and cloud-native DevSecOps platforms for a DoD customer. The successful candidate will support accreditation activities to attain Authority-to-Operate for on-prem and cloud platforms and services, analyze security posture of services, secure and harden services, and monitor platforms and services for vulnerabilities and threats. Our engineers are asked to solve challenging problems for unique customers and have a direct impact on the direction of software products and solutions used by those customers. This is a hybrid position with 3 days on-site in College Park, MD. This position requires some level of on site presence for coaching, audits, maintenance and innovation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Developing, reviewing, and critiqueing assessment and authorization (A&A) documentation in compliance with USG Cybersecurity policy and agency guidance, including DoDI 8510.01, CNSSI 1253, and NIST SP 800-37 and SP 800-53. Fulfilling the ISSM role for an air-gapped development network. Researching security standards/tools; reviewing or conducting system security and vulnerability assessments of on-prem and cloud environments in a fast-paced environment. Supporting development and implementation of innovative methods to achieve compliance with government and commercial cybersecurity frameworks. Researching and identifying best practices to harden and secure containers and Kubernetes clusters at scale. Providing oversight and mentorship to the cybersecurity team. Providing oversight and recommendations on the cybersecurity posture of a Software Factory in the DoD. Required Qualifications: 5+ years of relevant experience Experience working within a Kubernetes environment Demonstrated knowledge preparing guidance related to Cybersecurity best practices within the framework of NIST publications, RMF, and the various control families within Experience providing oversight to a cybersecurity team Experience assessing the security of cloud and Kubernetes environments Advanced writing skills: able to clearly articulate ideas for executive level consumption Advanced problem-solving skills: able to use prior experience and knowledge to address new situations; especially during interactions with clients. Advanced analytical skills: able to use prior experience and knowledge to seamlessly incorporate new knowledge or information during client interactions HS Diploma US Citizenship, and an active Secret security clearance Desired Qualifications: Previous experience with newer ATO strategies such as Fast Track or Continuous ATO Working knowledge of Istio/Cillium/Other Service Mesh Offerings Knowledge of Platform One Iron Bank secure registry of hardened containers Previous experience providing training in RMF or explaining cyber security concepts to others in a training like environment Experience with SIEM tools such as Elastic and Splunk Experience with RMF system-of-record such as eMASS or XACTA Experience working with DCSA or NAVSEA as the Authorizing Official The following certifications are desired: CEH, Security+, CISSP, CISM, CKA Knowledgeable on zero trust architecture concepts such as Google BeyondCorp Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or related field This position is located in College Park, MD. The estimated salary range for this position is $145,000.00 - $165,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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