Cybersecurity Leader: Strategic Ops & DoD Systems

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega MIOS in Arlington, VA, seeks a Cybersecurity Manager to strengthen security posture across DoD/government missions. You will lead security initiatives, mentor teams, and drive risk-based decisions in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, policy, and operations to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems. Requires TS/SCI and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience within the Intelligence Community, including JCIP and JSIG implementations of RMF.
• Experience with Xacta and eMASS.
• Must obtain or carry an Agilist certification and DoD 8140.01 IAM Level II certification.
• Active TS/SCI required.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with DARPA mission and threat landscape.
• Lead risk assessments and mitigation, balancing operations with security requirements.
• Establish and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards per DoD and industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with DoD RMF, STIGs, and related mandates.
• Promote security culture and oversee training programs.
• Lead and mentor cybersecurity teams including contractors and military personnel.
• Develop and implement incident response and vulnerability management programs.
• Oversee 24/7 security operations and continuous monitoring.

Skills

Security leadership

Threat analysis

Incident response

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Xacta

eMASS

NIST RMF

DoD 8140.01 IAM Level II

Job description

Chenega MIOS in Arlington, VA, seeks a Cybersecurity Manager to strengthen security posture across DoD/government missions. You will lead security initiatives, mentor teams, and drive risk-based decisions in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, policy, and operations to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems. Requires TS/SCI and leadership experience.