Cybersecurity Program Manager

ASRC Federal; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal is looking for a Cybersecurity Program Manager to lead cybersecurity initiatives under federal contracts. This role involves managing programs within a Department of Defense enterprise environment, ensuring alignment with mission goals, and requires strong leadership skills along with necessary security clearances. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of IT program management experience and must be US citizens. The position allows for hybrid remote work, with some onsite presence required.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid leave including 11 holidays annually

401(k) plan with company match

Employee referral bonuses

Professional development program

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• 8+ years of experience in information technology program management.
• PMP certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of cybersecurity programs.
• Manage and mentor a team of program personnel.
• Communicate progress and status of cybersecurity programs to senior leadership.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or cybersecurity related field

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

ASRC Federal is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cybersecurity Program Manager to support one of our federal government contracts based out of Seaside, California and Alexandria, Virginia. The successful candidate MUST possess an active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance. This individual will be responsible for leading and coordinating the development and implementation of cybersecurity programs and services within a Department of Defense enterprise environment, ensuring that all activities align with overall mission goals and objectives. The position is hybrid but primarily remote with some onsite presence required from a minimum of 2-3 days per week in support of customer requirements at our main customer location in Alexandria, Virginia and will require approximately 25% travel to Seaside, California.

The program operates and maintains a cybersecurity operations center; supports the security posture of information systems from conception to retirement; facilitates use of cybersecurity technical information in the design, development, testing, evaluation, operations and maintenance of information technology; implements real-time threat detection and mitigation toolsets; provides proactive cybersecurity threat hunting and penetration teams; provides incident response, and ensures the delivery of high-quality services as rapidly and effectively as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact to the government, leading the delivery ofcybersecuritysupportservicesto the customer, ensuring that allprogramgoals are met on time and align withcybersecuritypolicies, standards, best practices, and the statement of work.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders while liaising with the customer and other stakeholders.
• Identify and leverage opportunities to expand ASRC Federal's network through effective relationship building.
• Provide all aspects ofprogrammanagement including financial, schedule, technical and personnel management.
• Develop and implementprogramand project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Establish milestones and monitorprogramprogress to ensure successful delivery and provide continuous process improvement to reduce risk for our customers.
• Communicate progress and status ofcybersecurityprograms andservicesto the customer, including preparing regular status reports and briefings to senior leadership.
• Manageprogramrisks and issues, escalating issues as needed to senior management.
• Manage and mentor a team ofprogrampersonnel, including technical resources.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to defineprogramand project requirements and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ensure adherence to the quality management plan by carefully reviewing and analyzing information and work accurately and precisely.
• Gather data and generate/develop the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables.

Required Skills:

• Strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills,ability to build strong relationships with clients, and experience presenting to senior leaders.
• Experience advising key stakeholders and/or developing integration strategies of cybersecurity tools in support of enterprise architecture roadmaps or frameworks.
• Experience managing complex programs and subcontractor teams to include familiarity with FFP contracts.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across multiple organizations utilizing hybrid waterfall and/or agile methodologies.
• Operational management and ability to solve complex problems.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizen and active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, information technology, cybersecurity related field, or equivalent related experience.
• 8+ years of experience in information technologyprogrammanagement with at least 5 years managing people/programs.
• PMP or any other project and/or change management certification.
• Cybersecurity certifications a plus.
• Experience using change management and process improvement practices to establish and mature organizations.
• The position is hybrid with onsite presence required from a minimum of 2-3 days per week in support of customer requirements at our main customer location in Alexandria, Virginia and will require approximately 25% travel to Seaside, California.

Why ASRC?

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation, we are inspired by the Iñupiat culture. We embrace stewardship and the idea of using every resource effectively; teamwork when striving to achieve goals and building a collaborative environment; integrity in adhering to high moral principles and professional standards; respect in welcoming and regarding the differing opinions, experiences, rights and traditions of others; accountability in that we meet our commitments and take responsibility for our results; and continuous improvement, always striving to make things better, raising the bar and staying humble.

Advantages of Working at ASRC Federal:

• Purpose-Driven Careers: Join a company recognized as a:
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Military Times’ Best for Vets Employer
• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability
• Paid Leave: Inclusive policies for bereavement, military obligations, and parental needs, along with 11 paid holidays annually
• Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting to help secure your financial future
• Incentives: Employee referral bonuses to reward you for helping grow the ASRC Federal Family
• Learning and Development:
• After 90 days of employment, regular full-time employees are eligible for our professional development program. This includes annual funding for:
• Pursuing Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degrees
• Obtaining industry-standard professional certifications
• Participating in professional certificate programs
• Covering registration fees for professional conferences
• Centers of Excellence: We established the Centers of Excellence to build, leverage and grow our technological capabilities, best practices and offer professional development for our technical teams. They contain many Communities of Practice which areforums that offer a platform to share ideas, best practices, innovations, and to collaborate with technical peers.

Embark on a career with ASRC Federal, where your growth, purpose, and well-being are at the forefront of what we do!

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of theworkplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.