Cybersecurity Policy Administrator

Apex Systems; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K program

ESPP

HSA

EAP

Certification discounts

Discount program

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Cybersecurity Policy Administrator to drive governance across mission-critical DoD systems. The role focuses on policy enforcement, compliance readiness, and RMF-aligned audits in a secure environment.

Remote with occasional onsite support in Radford, VA; candidates must reside within ~5 hours' drive of Radford. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (or the ability to obtain one before start), plus strong written

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Experience in cybersecurity governance, policy administration or compliance.
• Familiarity with RMF and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate audits, evidence collection, and compliance documentation.
• Align policies with engineering and program operations and support SIPR/classified environments.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

DoD 8570 IAT Level II+

Policy governance

Audits & compliance

RMF knowledge

Regulated environments

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

# Cybersecurity Policy AdministratorApply**Job#: 3052542****Job Description:** *Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.***Cybersecurity Policy Administrator****Role Overview**Apex Systems is supporting a Department of Defense (DoD) environment and is seeking a Cybersecurity Policy Administrator to drive cybersecurity governance efforts across mission-critical systems.This role focuses on policy enforcement, compliance alignment, and audit readiness within a secure DoD environment, ensuring systems meet evolving cybersecurity standards.**Location & Work Model**• **Work Model:** Remote with occasional onsite support in Radford, VA.• **Customer Requirement:** Candidates must reside within approximately a 5-hour driving radius of Radford, VA due to occasional onsite support requirements.**Key Responsibilities**• Maintain and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance frameworks• Coordinate audits, evidence collection, and compliance documentation• Align cybersecurity policies with engineering and program operational requirements• Support classified environments, including systems requiring SIPR access• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity regulations and directives**Qualified candidates will have the following experience and skills:**• Bachelor's degree required.• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements or higher, or be able to obtain a qualifying certification prior to start• Experience supporting cybersecurity governance, policy administration, or compliance programs.• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks and processes, including Risk Management Framework (RMF).• Experience coordinating audits, inspections, assessments, or compliance validation activities.• Ability to interpret and apply cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.• Experience working within regulated, government, or classified environments preferred.• Familiarity with federal cybersecurity initiatives and cloud modernization efforts is a plus.**Pay Range**• $60-$75/hour#clearance**Compensation & Benefits**The anticipated pay range for this position is $60.00/hr to $75.00/hr. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role.We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Radford, VA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 16, 2026**Pay Range:** $60 - $75 per hour