Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader

Cadmus; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadmus seeks a seasoned Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader to guide government and utility cybersecurity programs in the Federal Operating Group. You will lead client delivery, drive business development, and serve as Cadmus’ cybersecurity expert across a range of federal and utility accounts focused on water, infrastructure, and emergency management.

The role requires broad cybersecurity expertise, strategic leadership, and the ability to win new opportunities while mentoring staff in

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or PhD in a relevant field (Computer Science / Cybersecurity) required.
• Minimum 10 years leading cybersecurity initiatives for government or utility clients.
• Minimum 10 years of staff and team management experience.
• RFC/industry exposure with EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or utilities preferred.
• CISSP certification required; additional certifications encouraged.
• Demonstrated ability to build, lead and mentor consulting teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical expert overseeing cybersecurity projects and programs, including technical, financial, operations, and reporting.
• Supervise multi-disciplinary teams of staff, partners, and subcontracts to execute engagements and win new business.
• Act as the company’s cybersecurity expert for government and commercial clients and as a thought leader at external events.
• Ensure high quality and responsive delivery of services under Cadmus contracts and achieve high client satisfaction.
• Help clients secure SCADA, ICS, and OT environments used in utility and infrastructure operations.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and translate findings into actionable operational impacts.
• Lead evaluation of penetration testing and identify resolutions to enhance cyber posture.
• Map ICS/OT networks, perform secure configuration reviews and segmentation assessments.
• Evaluate or implement cybersecurity controls for OT networks including remote access security.
• Provide incident response planning and tabletop exercises for government/utility environments.
• Support cybersecurity governance, policies, and training for clients.
• Lead business development efforts with Cadmus’ BD team and key accounts.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Business development

Staff mentoring

Client-facing consulting

Clear communication

US citizenship

US security clearance

CISSP

CompTIA Security+

CISM

CEH

NIST CSF

NIST SP 800-82

Education

Master’s Degree or PhD in Computer Science / Cybersecurity

Tools

NIST CSF

NIST SP 800-82

AWWA Cybersecurity Guidance

Job description

Overview

What You’ll Be Doing

Cadmus seeks qualified candidates to expand its growing portfolio of work at the intersection of cybersecurity and government solutions. The Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader is a key role in our Federal Operating Group and will lead client delivery, business development, and serve as the company’s cybersecurity expert across a range of federal and utility accounts focused on water, infrastructure, and emergency management. The successful candidate will bring broad cybersecurity expertise and a versatile skillset to provide direct client support to government and commercial clients. The successful candidate will have the experience and creativity to grow the portfolio, deliver high‑priority client work, and the ability to lead staff in a highly matrixed organization.

Cadmus’ Federal Operating Group supports clients with solutions to their most important analytic, policy and strategy challenges. We bring together a team of outstanding professionals who have earned a reputation of responsive and client‑focused support for a range of emergency‑management, water, energy, homeland security, cybersecurity and public health security agencies. Our client‑oriented approach couples our deep subject‑matter expertise with enabling technology to solve complex problems.

The Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader will collaborate with Cadmus’ Business Development, Bid and Proposal, and Marketing teams to build, manage, and grow Cadmus’ programs. The preferred candidate will have significant experience leading or serving in a leadership role on major contracts or programs in the Federal Civilian or utility (preferable water) market and will have demonstrated experience leading and winning new cybersecurity contract opportunities. The candidate will bring deep relationships in civilian agencies such as EPA, CISA, DHS, FEMA, DOE and DOT, with preference for experience in the water, wastewater and/or energy sectors.

Who We Are

Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology‑empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.

At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you’ll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.

Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com (https://cadmusgroup.com/careers/).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical expert overseeing cybersecurity projects and programs, including technical, financial, operations, and reporting

• Supervise multi-disciplinary teams of Cadmus staff, partners, and subcontracts to execute client engagements and win new business

• Serve as the company’s cybersecurity expert for government and commercial clients and as a thought leader at external events

• Ensure high quality and responsive delivery of services under Cadmus contracts and achieve exceptional client ratingsfor services performed under major contracts

• Help clients secure SCADA, industrial control systems (ICS), and broader operational technology (OT) environments used in utility and infrastructure operations

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and translate findings into operational impacts for key government and utility stakeholders (e.g. executives, operators, engineers)

• Lead initial evaluation of and understanding of penetration testing and identification of resolutions to enhance an organizations overall cyber posture

• Conduct ICS/OT network mapping, secure configuration reviews, segmentation assessments, and incident response planning tailored to government and utility environments with legacy and proprietary technologies

• Evaluate or implement cybersecurity controls for infrastructure systems, including remote access security, authentication/authorization, asset management, patching constraints, and monitoring/logging solutions appropriate for OT networks

• Provide incident response planning, tabletop exercise, and response support to government and utility environments

• Support and advise clients on cybersecurity governance, policies, training

• Support and lead business development efforts in partnership with Cadmus’ Business Development team and key account leads

• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff in technical delivery

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or PhD in a relevant field, preferably Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Information and SCADA Systems

• Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience serving as a lead cybersecurity expert supporting major contracts or programs with similar responsibilities to this job’s requirements for government and/or utility clients

• Minimum 10 years of staff and team management experience

• Consulting or other relevant experience in the infrastructure sector with preference for experience in the water sector with government clients such as EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or utilities. Other relevant infrastructure or regulated sector experience such as energy, transportation, and telecom is also acceptable.

• Candidate should be a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• One or more relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or other relevant certifications

• Experience building, leading and mentoring teams of consulting staff

• Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills to establish interest, credibility, and trust

• Ability to earn U.S. Government security clearance and/or Suitability – requires U.S. citizenship

• Occasional travel required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ICT/OT protocols, architectures, and vendor platforms commonly used in water sector utilities

• Familiarity with EPA, DHS/CISA, and state regulatory expectations for water sector cybersecurity, with the ability to guide utilities in preparing for audits, compliance reviews, and federal/state-funded cybersecurity improvement initiatives

• Experience building and improving Cyber Capacity of Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (WARN) Programs

• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-82, AWWA Cybersecurity Guidance & Tool, EPA sanitary survey cyber requirements, and WaterISAC15 Cybersecurity Fundamentals

• Experience analyzing AI implications for utility system cybersecurity

• Proven business development experience with Federal Civilian Agencies or utility clients

• Proficiency in languages other than English

Additional Information:

Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.

The salary range for this position is$180,000 - $250,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.

We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.

Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at:cadmusgroup.com (https://cadmusgroup.com/careers/)

Job Locations

US | US-VA-Arlington | US-NY-New York