Cybersecurity SME - Secret Clearance Required

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Overview

We are seeking a Cybersecurity SME - Lead to provide senior-level expertise supporting complex DoD cybersecurity environments. This role is responsible for leading RMF efforts, ensuring audit readiness, and guiding cybersecurity teams to deliver compliant, high-quality system documentation and assessments across enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead cybersecurity SME for RMF implementation, A&A activities, and system authorization efforts
• Conduct and oversee security control assessments and authorization reviews for large, complex environments
• Prepare systems and organizations for cybersecurity inspections (e.g., CCRI, CORA, Blue Team)
• Lead and mentor cybersecurity teams, ensuring quality, compliance, and inspection-ready deliverables
• Develop, validate, and maintain RMF artifacts and cybersecurity documentation
• Interpret evolving DoD cybersecurity policies and translate them into actionable, compliant solutions
• Produce and review key system documentation, including SSPs, CONOPS, IRPs, Contingency Plans, and Configuration Management Plans
• Generate audit-ready reports, vulnerability summaries, compliance updates, and risk analytics for technical and executive audiences
• Analyze data from vulnerability scanning and security tools to produce trend and performance reporting
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements including STIGs, IAVMs, and POA&M lifecycle management
• Support cybersecurity across Cloud, IT, ICS, and Operational Technology (OT) environments

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of IT experience, including 10 years supporting DoD cybersecurity programs
• 10 years of hands-on RMF and NIST A&A experience
• SME-level experience with security control assessments and authorization processes
• Proven experience supporting DoD cybersecurity inspections (CCRI, CORA, Blue Team)
• Strong experience developing and maintaining RMF artifacts and system documentation
• Deep knowledge of DoD cybersecurity standards, including STIGs, IAVMs, and POA&M management
• Experience producing executive-level reports and technical documentation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and lead efforts with minimal oversight

Clearance & Certifications

Secret clearance Required.

• DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification (required) (CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH)
• Relevant certifications/training in:
  • ICS 300 or equivalent ICS/OT cybersecurity certification
  • ACAS
  • Tanium

Work Location Requirements

This role is primarily remote; however, candidates must reside within 50 miles of one of the following locations:

• Battle Creek, MI
• Columbus, OH
• Dayton, OH
• Fort Belvoir, VA
• New Cumberland, PA
• Ogden, UT
• Philadelphia, PA
• Richmond, VA

If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.