What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Technical Lead - Annapolis Junction, MD - Active Secret Clearance Required position at SOC LLC?
Cyber Technical Lead needed for a Direct Hire opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD.
*Candidates must have an active Secret Clearance to be considered for this role.
Our Client is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Technical Lead to support a contract with a Homeland Security customer. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership in cybersecurity, ensuring the integrity and security of mission-critical systems. This role requires hands-on expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, as well as strong team leadership capabilities. The candidate must be based within a commutable distance to Annapolis Junction, MD, and will participate in an on-call roster to support operational requirements.
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Serve as the primary cybersecurity technical lead for the contract, ensuring compliance with Homeland Security policies and directives.
* Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, frameworks, and policies to enhance the security posture of critical systems.
* Oversee security risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, and threat intelligence activities.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to cybersecurity engineers and analysts.
* Lead security architecture reviews and technical assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure security requirements align with business and operational needs.
* Support continuous monitoring, security audits, and regulatory compliance efforts.
* Participate in an on-call rotation to support security operations and incident response.
* Other Tasks as assigned
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
* Minimum 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or related fields.
* Active Secret clearance.
* Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
* This is an on-site position at a government facility.
* Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
* Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
* Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
* Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, FISMA) and best practices.
* Experience leading cybersecurity teams and managing large-scale security initiatives.
* Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions.
* Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work across technical and executive teams.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
* CISSP certification strongly preferred (Additional certifications such as CISM, CISA, or CEH are a plus).
* Experience supporting Homeland Security or other federal agencies.
* Cloud security experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
* Advanced technical certifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, GIAC, OSCP).
Employment Prerequisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
*Candidates must have an active Secret Clearance to be considered for this role.
Our Client is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Technical Lead to support a contract with a Homeland Security customer. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership in cybersecurity, ensuring the integrity and security of mission-critical systems. This role requires hands-on expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, as well as strong team leadership capabilities. The candidate must be based within a commutable distance to Annapolis Junction, MD, and will participate in an on-call roster to support operational requirements.
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Serve as the primary cybersecurity technical lead for the contract, ensuring compliance with Homeland Security policies and directives.
* Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, frameworks, and policies to enhance the security posture of critical systems.
* Oversee security risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, and threat intelligence activities.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to cybersecurity engineers and analysts.
* Lead security architecture reviews and technical assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure security requirements align with business and operational needs.
* Support continuous monitoring, security audits, and regulatory compliance efforts.
* Participate in an on-call rotation to support security operations and incident response.
* Other Tasks as assigned
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
* Minimum 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or related fields.
* Active Secret clearance.
* Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
* This is an on-site position at a government facility.
* Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
* Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
* Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
* Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, FISMA) and best practices.
* Experience leading cybersecurity teams and managing large-scale security initiatives.
* Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions.
* Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work across technical and executive teams.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
* CISSP certification strongly preferred (Additional certifications such as CISM, CISA, or CEH are a plus).
* Experience supporting Homeland Security or other federal agencies.
* Cloud security experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
* Advanced technical certifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, GIAC, OSCP).
Employment Prerequisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Estimated Min Rate: $122500.00
Estimated Max Rate: $175000.00
Salary : $122,500 - $175,000
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