This is a remote position.
Title: Cyber Security Policy SME
Location: Remote
Terms: FullTime/Permanent
Clearance: All qualified candidates must have an active DoD Secret level security clearance
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide expert guidance during the Oracle 19C upgrade ensuring the implementation of security controls system hardening and compliancedriven optimizations.
- Conduct indepth evaluations of software systems pinpoint vulnerabilities and recommend solutions in alignment with strict government security standards.
- Champion securitybydesign principles. Design and implement comprehensive logging mechanisms establish audit trails and develop technical validation processes to ensure adherence to government recordkeeping and security mandates.
- Mentor teams on secure coding practices threat modeling and compliancedriven development. Integrate static/dynamic security testing tools into the development pipeline.
- Proactively identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities. Prepare comprehensive reports detailing security posture compliance gaps and prioritized mitigation strategies.
- Work closely with government stakeholders to understand security requirements interpret directives and ensure projects meet contractual compliance obligations.
Requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelors degree in computer science Cybersecurity Software Engineering or a closely related technical field OR Extensive directly relevant experience in secure software engineering and compliance may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Deep expertise in secure software architecture design patterns and defensive coding techniques to safeguard systems from the ground up.
- Indepth understanding of data integrity principles logging best practices and rigorous auditing standards as they relate to government recordkeeping requirements.
- Indepth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST ISO etc.) risk assessment methodologies and federal compliance standards.
- Proven track record in designing and implementing robust security solutions within governmentmandated compliance frameworks.
- Extensive experience in integrating security controls and testing throughout the SDLC with a focus on threat modeling vulnerability analysis and secure code reviews.
- Mastery of multiple programming languages secure coding principles cybersecurity tools and cloud security (desirable).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication. Ability to translate technical security requirements into actionable plans for development teams and clearly articulate risks to nontechnical stakeholders.
PREFERERED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with Oracle database administration specifically upgrades or migrations.
- Indepth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST ISO etc.) risk assessment methodologies and federal compliance standards.
- Experience conducting comprehensive security evaluations and vulnerability assessments.
- Expertise in records management principles log analysis and auditing best practices.
- Understanding of government recordkeeping requirements and compliance frameworks.
- Strong understanding of log data formats event correlation and data retention policies.
- Proficiency in developing technical standards and documentation.
- Comprehensive understanding of security risk assessment methodologies and reporting frameworks.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Database Administration
- Oracle Database Security Specialist
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- OR a relevant GIAC certification (GSEC GPEN etc.)
A bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or a closely related technical field OR Extensive, directly relevant experience in secure software engineering and compliance may be considered in lieu of a degree. Deep expertise in secure software architecture, design patterns, and defensive coding techniques to safeguard systems from the ground up. In-depth understanding of data integrity principles, logging best practices, and rigorous auditing standards as they relate to government record-keeping requirements. In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.), risk assessment methodologies, and federal compliance standards. Proven track record in designing and implementing robust security solutions within government-mandated compliance frameworks. Extensive experience in integrating security controls and testing throughout the SDLC, with a focus on threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and secure code reviews. Mastery of multiple programming languages, secure coding principles, cybersecurity tools, and cloud security (desirable). Exceptional written and verbal communication. Ability to translate technical security requirements into actionable plans for development teams and clearly articulate risks to non-technical stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor's Degree