Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert, Level II

Job overview

The Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert, Level II role is hybrid in the National Capital Region, with work locations at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC, and USCG CG-C5I-Y in Alexandria, VA. Compensation is $120,000–$200,000 per year. The role supports a federal cybersecurity program office under an Information Assurance Risk Management Framework support-services contract. The specialist provides information systems security engineering and cybersecurity compliance support for federal information systems and operational technology. The work covers risk management, authorization packages, vulnerability remediation, continuous monitoring, security engineering, and readiness reporting for government leadership.

What you'll do

• Serve as an Information System Security Engineer for assigned systems and lead the NIST SP 800-37 Risk Management Framework lifecycle. Manage authorization packages in eMASS
• review vulnerability scans and remediation
• maintain continuous monitoring and compliance
• conduct security impact assessments
• integrate Zero Trust and OT/ICS security requirements
• assess threats and risks
• and prepare cybersecurity readiness updates, metrics, briefings, and risk memorandums. Occasional CONUS travel may be required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

hybrid

cybersecurity sme

level ii

national capital region

washington dc

alexandria va

$120k–$200k

risk management framework

information systems security

operational technology

dod secret clearance

dod 8140

monday–friday

occasional travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• paid time off and holidays
• employee referral program
• educational assistance.

Why this role

Requires an active final SECRET clearance, a qualifying DoD 8140 certification, a related bachelor’s degree, and at least six years of related cybersecurity experience.

About the employer

OneZero Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.