Cyber Expert

Eccalon; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon is seeking a Cyber Expert to drive cybersecurity strategy and compliance advisory across enterprise and government programs from onsite Detroit, MI. You will guide customers and delivery teams with advanced technical leadership and risk-based recommendations.

Candidates bring 8–15+ years of cybersecurity experience, CISSP/CISM or equivalent, and a proven track record in risk, controls, and executive communication. This full-time role offers growth and impact on mission-critical programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8-15+ years of cybersecurity experience with senior-level responsibility.
• Proven expertise in cybersecurity compliance, risk, and technical controls.
• Strong ability to communicate risk and strategy to executive audiences.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
• Prior experience as Cyber Advisor, Cyber SME, or Security Architect.
• Experience supporting proposals, customer strategy, or cyber advisory programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior Cyber SME across compliance, architecture, and risk domains.
• Lead cybersecurity assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations.
• Provide expert recommendations to executives and customers on cybersecurity posture.
• Lead and oversee initiatives supporting CMMC, NIST, and federal compliance frameworks.
• Review and validate SSPs, POA&Ms, and compliance artifacts.
• Guide teams through readiness, remediation strategies, and sustainment.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Executive communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Job description

EOE Statement Eccalon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Category Cybersecurity

Description

This position is located onsite in Detroit, MI

Job Description

The Cyber Expert is a lead subject matter expert responsible for driving cybersecurity strategy, advanced technical guidance, and compliance advisory services across enterprise and government programs. This role blends deep technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and leadership, serving as a trusted advisor to customers, executives, and delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior Cyber SME across compliance, architecture, and risk domains
• Lead cybersecurity assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations
• Provide expert recommendations to executives and customers on cybersecurity posture
• Lead and oversee initiatives supporting CMMC, NIST, and federal compliance frameworks
• Review and validate SSPs, POA&Ms, and compliance artifacts
• Guide teams through readiness, remediation strategies, and sustainment
• Set technical direction for secure system design and control implementation
• Mentor Technical Cyber Specialists and mid-level cyber staff
• Validate architecture decisions across cloud, network, and enterprise systems
• Support government customers with briefings, advisory services, and technical leadership
• Participate in customer meetings, executive briefings, and proposal support activities
• Represent Eccalon as a senior cybersecurity authority in program and external engagements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
• 8-15+ years of cybersecurity experience with senior-level responsibility
• Proven expertise in cybersecurity compliance, risk, and technical controls
• Strong ability to communicate risk and strategy to executive audiences
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent
• Prior experience as:
• Cyber Advisor
• Cyber SME
• Security Architect
• Experience supporting proposals, customer strategy, or cyber advisory programs

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

About the Organization Eccalon provides global solutions to the most challenging technological issues of the 21st-century, and our evolving portfolio spans five major markets: Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Aerospace & Defense, Material Sciences, Advance Manufacturing, Sports Science, Biotechnology, and Health & Life Sciences.

Why Join Us?

Eccalon's Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams to thrive, and have a fierce dedication to innovation, security, and people. Our culture is built on inclusion, teamwork, trust, and we are committed to offering career advancement opportunities to all employees. Encouraging a healthy and balanced life, we offer an extensive benefits package to support the wellness of our employees and their families. You will be joining a team of innovators, working with cutting edge technologies, supporting mission critical projects, and making an impact.

This position is currently accepting applications.