Senior CISO Advisor: Cloud & CDS Security

AGR LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DARPA is seeking a CISO Support SME to provide principal-level cybersecurity advisory to senior executives. The role focuses on secure multi-level cloud architectures, Cross Domain Solutions, and AI security within high-risk government programs.

Responsibilities include shaping the agency's long-term security roadmap, evaluating secure designs, mentoring staff, and liaising with program offices and the wider national security R&D community.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility for SAP and polygraph may be required.
• 15+ years of progressive experience, including 6+ years in a senior SETA or chief architect capacity.
• Expertise in secure multi-level cloud architectures and CDS in government contexts.
• Proven knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies and RMF.

Responsibilities

• Provide principal-level cybersecurity advice to DARPA senior leadership.
• Lead assessments and shape long-term security roadmaps for cloud and emerging tech.
• Evaluate secure cloud architectures and recommendations for multi-level, hybrid environments.
• Analyze strategic implications of AI, quantum tech, and other advancing domains.
• Mentor staff on integrating security principles from inception through transition.
• Serve as liaison between CISO office, program offices, and national security R&D community.

Skills

Cloud security

Cross Domain Solutions

AI security

RMF & NIST

DoD security policies

Senior SETA experience

Education

Master’s degree in a technical field

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

DARPA is seeking a CISO Support SME to provide principal-level cybersecurity advisory to senior executives. The role focuses on secure multi-level cloud architectures, Cross Domain Solutions, and AI security within high-risk government programs.

Responsibilities include shaping the agency's long-term security roadmap, evaluating secure designs, mentoring staff, and liaising with program offices and the wider national security R&D community.