Cybersecurity Specialist - SME

WWC Global
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/8/2023 CLOSED ON 9/8/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Specialist - SME position at WWC Global?

WWC Global is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Cybersecurity to support a DHS customer.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Providing research, risk management, and cybersecurity analytic support services in an effort to reduce risk to critical infrastructure.
  • Advising on the development and application of vulnerability assessments and cybersecurity risk analysis.
  • Developing a process to collect and report meaningful feedback to inform future iterations or assessment tools and resources.
  • Developing and implementing processes to identify cybersecurity capability requirements, gaps, priorities, and solutions for capabilities.
  • Assisting with the development of a compliance verification plan and strategy, executing the approved verification review approach and subsequently refining and continuing the compliance verification program.
  • Developing a cybersecurity compliance certification strategy.
  • Providing quantitative, technical, and analytical expertise to support compliance verification and assist with identifying trends and making recommendations to improve compliance.
  • Participating in report planning, providing extensive data analysis on metrics, and assisting in the composition and editing of documents supporting compliance verification.

Work Environment:

  • Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
  • Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
  • Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

  • 0-10% / Minimal travel expected.

WWC Global, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At WWC Global, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of diverse professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. WWC Global is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

WWC Global will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to WWC Global HR at hr@wwcglobal.com.

WWC Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer – we do not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

WWC Global's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with WWC Global HR at hr@wwcglobal.com.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability.
  • 10 years experience working in a Federal cybersecurity environment, IT, or other related industry experience.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical issues to a non-technical audience.
  • Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. WWC Global will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree.
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a similar program.
  • Current, active DHS Suitability.
  • CISSP, CISM, CAP, GIAC, GWAPT, Security , CEH, or CPT Certification.
  • Experience in NIST Risk Management Framework.
  • Strong understanding of DHS policies.
  • Previous experience working within DHS.

WWC Global offers a competitive benefits plan including:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
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