Cybersecurity Resource Manager

Cybersecurity Jobs; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs in Alexandria, VA is seeking a senior budget execution professional to manage the Directorate’s spend plan and oversee obligation and expenditure tracking for a TS/SCI cleared government customer. The role is hybrid (1-4 days on-site) at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.

You will lead forecasting, risk management, and audit-ready funding packages, working with contracting officers and program managers to ensure compliance with DoD fiscal law and policy.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and DoD financial management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 15+ years in DoD financial management or budget execution.
• Experience creating funding packages (IGCEs, PWS, DD 7600a).
• Experience with MIPR/PR preparation and processing.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Directorate’s annual spend plan with accuracy and alignment to priorities.
• Produce monthly and quarterly forecasts across funding lines and programs.
• Identify funding risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare audit-ready funding packages (IGCEs, PWS, SOOs, DD 7600A MIPRs).
• Support PR/MIPR initiation and ensure contracting compliance.
• Coordinate with contracting officers for timely obligations and execution.
• Track obligations, expenditures, and burn rates; perform variance analysis.
• Apply DoD RDTE, O&M, and Procurement funding rules to funding sources.

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

Contract funding

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

GFEBS

DEAMS

PBIS

MIPR/PR systems

Job description

Manage full-spectrum Directorate budget execution for a TS/SCI cleared role supporting KITS and a government customer at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA (Hybrid, 1-4 days on-site).

• Annual spend planning: Develop and maintain the Directorate's annual spend plan with zero-defect accuracy, aligned to strategic priorities and execution timelines
• Forecasting: Produce monthly and quarterly forecasts across all funding lines, contracts, and program requirements
• Risk and variance reporting: Identify and brief funding shortfalls, deltas, and emerging risks with recommended mitigation strategies
• Audit-ready funding packages: Prepare complete, audit-ready packages including IGCEs, PWSs, Statements of Objectives, and DD 7600A MIPRs
• PR/MIPR documentation support: Develop documentation needed for PR/MIPR initiation and ensure packages meet contracting requirements and fiscal law standards
• Contract coordination: Coordinate directly with contracting officers to support timely obligation and execution
• Obligation and expenditure tracking: Track obligations, expenditures, and burn rates across contracts; conduct variance analysis
• Appropriations expertise: Apply expert-level knowledge of RDT&E, O&M, and Procurement appropriations to select correct funding sources
• Compliance and fiscal controls: Ensure execution complies with fiscal law, DoD FMR, and appropriation rules
• ADA risk prevention: Advise program managers on funding strategies to optimize execution and reduce Anti Deficiency Act (ADA) risk
• Budget execution: Execute the Directorate's internal budget and ensure timely processing of funding actions
• Leadership reporting: Produce monthly execution reports for SES leadership, including KPIs, variances, and actionable recommendations
• Multi-system analysis: Analyze execution data from systems such as GFEBS, DEAMS, PBIS, and internal trackers
• Benchmark performance monitoring: Monitor execution performance against OSD benchmarks and define corrective actions when gaps are found
• Corrective action plans: Develop and implement corrective action plans addressing execution gaps
• Financial advisory role: Serve as the Directorate's primary financial advisor for budget and execution matters
• Stakeholder coordination: Coordinate with program managers, contracting officers, and external stakeholders to keep execution synchronized
• Recordkeeping and internal controls: Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready financial records; ensure compliance with DoD record-keeping requirements and internal controls
• Process improvement: Identify inefficiencies in budget and execution workflows and propose improvements; develop and implement standardized best practices for financial management across the Directorate

Requirements

• Security clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance
• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: Minimum 15 years in DoD financial management, budget execution, or contract funding
• Experience creating and managing funding packages, including IGCEs, PWSs, and DD Form 7600a
• Significant experience with MIPR/PR preparation and processing
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing spend plans
• Experience preparing and presenting budget execution reports to senior leadership
• Expert knowledge of DoD financial management policies, regulations, and procedures
• In-depth understanding of RDTE and O&M funding rules and regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Technologies

• GFEBS
• DEAMS
• PBIS
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Excel

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) or other relevant certification
• Experience with DoD financial management systems (e.g., Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI))
• Familiarity with the DoD PPBE process (Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution)
• Experience developing and implementing process improvements
• Experience briefing senior leadership on budget-related topics

Location: Alexandria, VA (Hybrid, 1-4 days on-site)
Compensation: USD 145,000 - 160,000 per year
Clearance: TS/SCI required