Cybersecurity Operations Lead

Computer World Services; Scott Air Force Base (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer World Services seeks a senior cybersecurity operations lead to manage RMF documentation and ATO sustainment for Army networks at Scott Air Force Base. The role oversees vulnerability management, STIG/SCAP compliance, and security-tool administration across NIPR/SIPR networks.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in DoD cybersecurity operations and holds DoD 8140.03 qualifications with elevated access permissions. Secret clearance is required for this role.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of cybersecurity operations experience in a DoD environment (RMF, vulnerability management, incident response).
• Full DoD 8140.03 foundational qualification prior to start. Residentially Qualified at the start of work for elevated access to any system, network, or enclave.
• Experience achieving/sustaining ATO under RMF for Army systems; familiarity with USTCI 6600.01.

Responsibilities

• Direct RMF documentation and Authorization to Operate (ATO) sustainment; submit RMF packages via eMASS and RMF Strategy.
• Oversee weekly vulnerability scanning and POA&M management using Tenable/ACAS; STIG/SCAP compliance reporting.
• Administer Government-furnished security tools (Trellix ePO/HBSS, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto NGFW/Panorama, Splunk/SIEM, Symantec ProxySG).
• Lead incident response — identify, contain, eradicate, recover; report incidents; deliver Cybersecurity Scorecard data and quarantine reports.

Skills

RMF

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Tenable/ACAS

STIG/SCAP

Education

DoD 8140.03 foundational qualification

Residentially Qualified for elevated access

Tools

Trellix ePO/HBSS

Cisco ISE

Palo Alto NGFW/Panorama

Splunk/SIEM

Symantec ProxySG

Job description

Leads all Cybersecurity Operations (CSO) under U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) C4ISR and distribution operations, directing RMF, vulnerability management, security tool administration, and incident response across in-scope Army networks (NIPR/SIPR).

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Direct RMF documentation and Authorization to Operate (ATO) sustainment; submit RMF packages via eMASS and RMF Strategy
• Oversee weekly vulnerability scanning and POA&M management using Tenable/ACAS; STIG/SCAP compliance reporting
• Administer Government-furnished security tools (Trellix ePO/HBSS, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto NGFW/Panorama, Splunk/SIEM, Symantec ProxySG)
• Lead incident response — identify, contain, eradicate, recover; report incidents; deliver Cybersecurity Scorecard data and quarantine reports

Education & Experience

• 6+ years of cybersecurity operations experience in a DoD environment (RMF, vulnerability management, incident response)
• Full DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification prior to start. Residentially Qualified at the start of work for elevated access to any system, network, or enclave
• Experience achieving/sustaining ATO under RMF for Army systems;familiarity with USTCI 6600.01

Certifications

• DCWF Work Role 621 - Cyber Defense Analyst, Intermediate proficiency. Common qualifying certifications: CySA+, GCIA, CEH
• Advanced certification such as CISSP, GCIH, or CASP+

Security Clearance

• Secret clearance

$120,000 - $150,000 a year

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. The posted range is appropriate for a typical candidate meeting, at a minimum, all the core requirements of the position.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].