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Information Assurance - SME

Markon
Bethesda, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2027

Description

Markon is building a talent pool of Information Assurance SMEs to support an Intelligence Community customer and their missions from Bethesda, MD. The ideal candidate will respond to congressional inquiries on Cybersecurity issues, turning cybersecurity needs and capabilities into requirements and detailed technical solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance and recommendations for Security related issues.
  • Develop and maintain a list of Cybersecurity Architecture needs, dependencies, risks, and mitigation plans.
  • Analyze cybersecurity best practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
  • Firm understanding of the Cybersecurity requirements across the IC.
  • Understanding of National Security Systems initiatives.
  • Work independently or as part of a team.
  • Sit in technical exchange meetings and provide input to customers.
  • Contribute meaningful input to Cybersecurity policies and influence the trajectory of ICAM, Zero Trust and other Cyber security areas in the IC.
  • Develop and publish baseline security requirements for common enterprise services to ensure capabilities are in compliance with cybersecurity directives and policies.

Qualifications

Required:

  • An active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (Preferrably from this client).
  • Typically require BS degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience in order to operate within the scope contemplated by the level.
  • Experience in cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above.
  • Familiarity with the IC policy update process.
  • Familiarity with DNI structure and processes.
  • Secure cloud architecture expertise.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate.
  • Ability to adapt in response to shifts in customer priorities.
  • Familiarity with Identity, Authentication and Authorization.
  • Experience partnering across the IC.

Salary Range

USD $180,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays

 

Salary : $180,000 - $200,000

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