Cybersecurity Budget Analyst

ACES Group, LLC; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cybersecurity Budget Expert to support critical initiatives within the Department of Defense. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise and financial acumen, focusing on enhancing cybersecurity practices and supporting decision-making across the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and extensive experience in cybersecurity policy and budget management. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative strategies and collaborative efforts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity.
• Expertise in budgeting and financial planning for DoD projects.

Responsibilities

• Support DoD Fulcrum IT Advancement Strategy through budget analysis.
• Develop and evaluate cybersecurity capability statements for DoD.

Skills

Cybersecurity Policy

Budgeting

Data Analytics

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Program Management

Strategy Development

Financial Planning

Education

Master's Degree in a Related Field

Job description

ACES is seeking a Cybersecurity Budget Expert to support DoD CIO.

Hybrid Work requires ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE on a 5 Year Contract starting in Feb/Mar at offices in the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. Work involves implementation of the DoD Fulcrum IT Advancement Strategy, enhancing cybersecurity practices, and supporting decision-making processes across the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI
• Education/Experience: Master's degree in a related field with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Technical Skills: Experience in cybersecurity policy, strategy development, acquisition lifecycle processes within the DoD or similar organizations. Ability to analyze and develop comprehensive financial plans and budgets. Expertise in PPBE processes, cybersecurity risk management frameworks (RMF), and data analytics.

Structure

• Contract Length: 5 years
• Telework: In-office 2-3 days per week; rest telework as required
• Start Date: Feb/Mar 2025

Responsibilities

• Support the DoD Fulcrum IT Advancement Strategy by analyzing missions, objectives, finance, and resource allocations to create transparent, actionable Program Objective Memorandum (POM) plans.
• Provide analysis of Cyber budgets, develop future budget estimates, and ensure compliance with DoD CIO budget certification processes.
• Assist in developing and modifying Cyber Cost Models and strategies. Attend and support program and portfolio reviews for Cybersecurity investments.
• Offer expertise on integration of cybersecurity in funding programs, lifecycle documents, and investment strategies, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Develop and evaluate cybersecurity capability statements for incorporation into DoD programming guidance.
• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing cybersecurity strategies aligned with DoD CIO priorities.
• Provide expertise in the development of policies, manuals, and instructions to improve security engineering and cyber defense across DoD networks.
• Support international and regional cooperation initiatives through outreach and awareness activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to update Knowledge Services (KS), ensuring alignment with cybersecurity metrics and controls.
• Support enterprise-wide decision structures for cybersecurity risk management (RMF), including the migration from DIACAP to RMF.
• Assist in managing DoD CIO FISMA/Cyber Hygiene working groups, drafting meeting minutes, action items, and logistical support.
• Provide analytical support for Insider Threat initiatives, including development of mitigation strategies and integration with national-level directives.
• Support the development and sustainment of Cybersecurity Scorecards and priority risk area monitoring to improve DoD cybersecurity practices.
• Analyze IA technology for integration into the defense acquisition process, ensuring alignment with DoD CIO requirements.
• Serve as a liaison with key stakeholders to address cybersecurity engineering, technology, and operational issues.
• Provide program management expertise for the integration of IA technologies and acquisition guidance.
• Support working group facilitation, material preparation, and meeting documentation for integrating cybersecurity into acquisition and operations.
• Assist in outreach efforts to promote cybersecurity awareness and education within DoD.

Required Skills

Defense Resume Analysis, Mitigation, Facilitation, Program Management, Manuals, Estimates, Funding Structures, Cooperation, Investments, Decision-Making, Data Analytics, Instructions, Reviews, Metrics, Risk Management, Analytics, Budgeting, Programming, Integration, Strategy, Security, Education, Preparation, Documentation, Email, Finance, Planning, Engineering, Management