Principal Information Assurance Subject Matter Expert

Dine Development Corporation; Fort Meade (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life & disability coverage

Retirement match

Paid time off

Supplemental benefits

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

NOVA-Dine is seeking a Principal Information Assurance Subject Matter Expert to provide senior cybersecurity leadership supporting the DoD network modernization program at DISA Headquarters in Fort Meade. You will lead RMF activities, ATO packaging, and security planning for large migrations.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years in IA/cybersecurity, an active Secret clearance, IAM Level III, and DoD/NIST experience, with strong guidance to IA personnel and stellar communication.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in information assurance or cybersecurity leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Active Secret clearance.
• IAM Level III certification.
• Experience supporting classified environments.
• Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations.
• Deep understanding of NIST, DoD, and DISA cybersecurity requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF activities for network and SIPR endpoint migration initiatives.
• Oversee Authority to Operate package updates and approvals.
• Coordinate with Authorizing Officials, cybersecurity stakeholders, and engineering teams.
• Manage POA&M development, remediation tracking, and compliance activities.
• Contribute to migration execution reports and cybersecurity documentation.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to information assurance personnel.

Skills

RMF implementation

DoD cybersecurity

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/IS/CS

Job description

Job Title: Principal Information Assurance Subject Matter Expert

Location : Fort Meade

Position Type: Full time

Req ID: JR100285

Description

NOVA-Dine is seeking a Principal Information Assurance Subject Matter Expert to provide senior-level cybersecurity leadership supporting the Defense Enclave Services DODNet MES-NET program. This position will lead Risk Management Framework activities, Authorization to Operate efforts, cybersecurity compliance initiatives, and migration-related security planning across large-scale Department of Defense network modernization efforts. The position supports mission operations at DISA Headquarters in Fort Meade, Maryland.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in DoD cybersecurity, accredited environments, RMF implementation, ATO package development, enterprise network security, and operational cybersecurity management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior cybersecurity authority supporting migration execution activities.
• Lead RMF activities supporting network and SIPR endpoint migration initiatives.
• Support Authority to Operate package updates and approvals.
• Oversee cybersecurity data collection, analysis, reporting, scans, and assessments.
• Manage POA&M development, remediation tracking, and compliance activities.
• Coordinate with Authorizing Officials, cybersecurity stakeholders, and engineering teams.
• Analyze migration risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support classified and controlled information handling requirements.
• Contribute to migration execution reports and cybersecurity documentation.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to information assurance personnel.
• Ensure compliance with DISA, DoD, RMF, and cybersecurity regulations.
• Participate in security reviews, technical exchange meetings, and program management reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: 12 years
• Education Level: bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Clearance Requirements: Active Secret
• Certification Requirements: IAM Level III certification.
• Experience supporting classified environments.
• Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations.
• Deep understanding of NIST, DoD, and DISA cybersecurity requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, CASP+, or equivalent advanced certification.
• Experience supporting DISA and DODNet initiatives.
• Experience supporting SIPR and NIPR environments.
• Experience developing enterprise cybersecurity strategies.
• Experience supporting large-scale migration and modernization programs.

Salary Range: $115,000 to $145,000

The compensation range listed for this position represents the good faith salary range Din Development Corporation (DDC) and its subsidiaries reasonably expect to pay for the role, in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the position's responsibilities, the candidate's education, experience, skills, internal equity, market considerations, and any applicable collective bargaining agreements or legal requirements.

About Us

Din Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and communities we serve.

Benefits

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• life and disability coverage
• retirement savings with company match
• paid time off
• voluntary supplemental benefits
• employee assistance program
• educational assistance with tuition reimbursement

EEO Statement

DDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law. We participate in E-Verify.