At the SEI CERT Cyber Risk and Resilience Directorate, we enable organizations to achieve operational resilience by performing research in emerging areas of operational risk, producing measurement and assessment tools that help organizations better understand their current risk and resilience posture, and developing and validating models, frameworks, and controls that improve organizations’ risk and resilience posture. Our Cybersecurity Assurance Team focuses on cybersecurity evaluation and assessment. We support infrastructure providers and government organizations to achieve missions dependent on cyber assets and perform applied research designed to yield innovation and advancement in the domains of evaluation and cybersecurity measurement.

Are you creative, curious, energetic, collaborative, technology-focused, and hard-working? Are you interested in making a difference by bringing innovative solutions to insider risk problems to government organizations and beyond? Apply to join our team.

Job Description Summary

The individual in this position will work as a technical manager of the Cyber Assurance (CA) Team within CERT’s  Cyber Risk & Resilience Directorate. This candidate will be responsible for the creation, development and management of a sustained applied research and technical agenda for Risk & Resilience CA Team consistent with and directly supporting the US Department of Defense’s strategic challenges and emerging threats. The technical manager is responsible for developing and communicating a technical vision, developing tasking, creating r project work statements, developing and managing project plans, managing initiative finances and accounting, generating new work and customers, working with business development staff, executing work with high degree of customer satisfaction, and supervising staff.
 

The successful candidate must have proven experience conducting and leading technical efforts in support of the US Federal Government and Department of Defense; managing technical teams; be self-directed, have a track record of creating interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving, and demonstrate exceptionally strong presentation and writing skills. The candidate must also be able to interact with clients and staff of all levels in a highly professional and competent manner.
 

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Education/Training:

• BS in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, or a related technical field with ten (10) years of experience or equivalent

• MS in computer science or technical/engineering field with eight (8) years of experience

• PhD in computer science or technical/engineering field with six (6) years of experience. 

Other educational backgrounds of a technical nature with experience as described may be considered.

Experience:  
Total of ten (10) years of experience as a , information security manager, information security compliance manager,  Information systems auditor, or similarly technical occupation.

Experience with and substantial knowledge of:

• information technology, networking, and telecommunications

• network security, survivability, and business continuity

•  information security models, frameworks, and metrics

• project planning and management

• strategic planning and product development

• foundational  financial management and accounting

• USG and DoD cybersecurity tools, techniques, methods, and operations

• USG and DoD cybersecurity policies and directives

Skills/Abilities:  
• mastery of information technology concepts, cyber security best practices and standards, information security evaluation methods, computer security incident management lifecycle and methodologies; risk management; and security policy development

• excellent analytical, organizational, reasoning and problem-solving skills

• outstanding written and oral communication skills

• demonstrated ability and experience in employee performance management

• outstanding financial and resource management skills

• demonstrated ability to prepare papers and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences

• ability to interact effectively with diverse constituencies internally and externally, including senior executives and managers in government and industry

• ability to recognize and deal appropriately with confidential and sensitive information, and where appropriate, ability to obtain and hold a security clearance

• active involvement in professional societies

• Leadership and mentoring skills

• Strategic planning skills

• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing a research agenda in leading-edge technology disciplines
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (preferred)

Certified Information Security Manager (preferred)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (preferred)
 

Other: You will be subject to a background investigation and you must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays. Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may be awaiting you, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Arlington, VA, Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Software/Applications Development/Engineering

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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