This is a 100% remote role for candidates based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area (D.C., Maryland, Virginia). Candidates can be located within a 2-hour commute from Alexandria, Virginia.Projected Start Date: Early September 2025Note: Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government SECRET / TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies) Viderity is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert to providesupport, research and analysis of exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to them. Expertise is in cybersecurity and evaluations. Serves as a Subject Matter Excerpt (SME) in cybersecurity for the Assessment and Authorization of information systems across the DLA enterprise. Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze business processes, systems, and challenges to identify appropriate technological or operational solutions.
- Serves as technical expert to the Cybersecurity Assessment Program providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives to complex problems.
- Thinks independently and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications skills.
- Applies advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.
- Contributes to the development of new principles, concepts, and methodologies. Works on unusually complex technical problems and provides highly innovative and ingenious solutions.
- Recommends cybersecurity software tools and assists in the development of software tool requirements and selection criteria to include the development of product specific STIGs from applicable DISA SRGs.
- Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated.
- Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Develops advanced technological ideas and guides their development into a final product.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Seven (7) years of IT experience
- Five (5) years IA experience
- Three (3) years of experience with DOD Vulnerability Management System
- Experience supporting Federal Government or large-scale enterprise IT projects.
- Familiarity with Agile and/or Waterfall project management methodologies.
- Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and system integration concepts.
- Certification(s) in business analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) or project management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
- Experience using business analysis tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Visio, or similar platforms.
- Proven proficiency performing CCRI/ vulnerability assessment/ penetration testing on networks, databases, computer applications and IT frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving security issues.
- Strong skills implementing and configuring networks and networks components.
- Command Cyber Readiness Inspection certification in at least one of the following areas: o Retina scan analysis o Operating Systems (Windows, Unix) o Boundary defense (network policy, router, firewall) o Internal defense (L2 switch, L3 switch)o DNS (policy, BIND/Windows) o HBSS (remote console, AV, ABM, PA, HIPS, ePO) o Traditional security (Common, Basic, NCV, SCV) o Wireless communications (BES, handhelds)
Preferred Skills:
- Tenable Certified NESSUS Auditor, IAM level III and IAT level II certifications
- Knowledge and understanding of DOD security regulations, DISA STIGs.
- Strong knowledge of SCAP • Strong knowledge of RMF
- Excellent knowledge of and proficiency with: o VULNERATOR o USCYBERCOM CTO Compliance Program o Wireless vulnerability assessment o Web Services (IIS, Apache, Proxy) o Database (SQL Server, Oracle) o Email Services (Exchange) o Vulnerability Scans (NESSUS, SCCM) o Knowledge of Phishing exercises o USB Detect o Physical Security
Required Security Clearance: o Access Level: IT-2 o Sensitivity Level: Non-critical Sensitive o Type of Investigation: Current Tier 3 (T3) or National Agency Check with Local Agency Check and Credit Check (NACLC) at time of proposal submission. DoD 8570.01-M Certification: DFARS 252.###-#### Information Assurance Contractor Training and Certification is required for this position. o IA Technical (IAT)/IA Management (IAM) Level: IAT Level II o IA Baseline Certification: Attachment_3_DOD 8570 Approved Baseline Certifications_Full_20210526 o CE/OS Certificate: Attachment_4_DLA Approved CS CE List_v28_20230221. Certification must be applicable to the Oracle based DAI Application Environment o Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority Salary range: $100,000 - $118,000 annually (depending on experience and qualifications) Benefits:
- 401(k) Plan with Company Matching
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- Retirement Planning Support
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Life and Disability Insurance