Job Description
Join our mission-driven team at the Department of Technology Services, where you will play a critical role in safeguarding federal infrastructure. As a Senior Cybersecurity Policy Analyst, you will bridge the gap between complex technical requirements and high-level strategic governance to protect our nation's digital assets.
We are seeking a forward-thinking professional to lead policy development, perform risk assessments, and drive compliance initiatives across multiple government agencies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with NIST frameworks.
- Conduct cross-agency risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend strategic remediation efforts.
- Lead compliance audits and oversee the implementation of federal cybersecurity mandates (FISMA, FedRAMP).
- Collaborate with interagency stakeholders to coordinate incident response protocols and threat intelligence sharing.
- Translate complex technical security data into actionable executive briefings for senior government leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement of security posture through rigorous testing and performance monitoring.
- Provide expert guidance on emerging technologies, including cloud security, zero-trust architecture, and AI-driven defense.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in cybersecurity policy, governance, risk, or compliance (GRC).
- Active Top Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain).
- Expert-level knowledge of NIST SP 800-series, FISMA, and related federal regulations.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional policy initiatives.
- Strong analytical and technical writing skills, with the ability to distill complex data for non-technical audiences.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are highly preferred.