Senior Cyber Operations & Programs Lead

careers-bluehawk; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BLUEHAWK, LLC is seeking a Program Manager / Cyber Operations Analyst to support mission-critical cyber operations, program oversight, and enterprise security initiatives within high-security government environments.

The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of cybersecurity operations and program management experience, plus an active TS/SCI CI Polygraph, to lead operations, risk assessments, and coordination with government stakeholders while briefing senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 12+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations, intelligence operations, program management, or operational support activities within DoD or Intelligence Community environments.
• Active TS/SCI CI Polygraph
• Experience conducting cyber threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, operational risk management, and enterprise mission support.
• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams, managing competing priorities, and supporting high-visibility government programs.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management principles, and enterprise security practices.
• Experience supporting classified programs and working within secure operational environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, collaboration tools, and enterprise reporting systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief senior leadership and technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cyber operations, security assessment activities, and program management efforts in support of government mission requirements.
• Work independently and within cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats impacting operational activities and enterprise environments.
• Provide strategic oversight for cybersecurity initiatives, operational planning, staffing actions, reporting requirements, and mission execution activities.
• Advise government leadership on the acquisition, implementation, and sustainment of advanced hardware, software, cybersecurity, and communication solutions.
• Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments of hardware, software, applications, and network infrastructures to identify operational and security gaps.
• Analyze and assess malware, phishing attempts, denial-of-service attacks, and other cyber threats to support operational decision-making and mission continuity.
• Provide technical expertise related to reverse engineering concepts, defensive cyber operations, and operational security tools used to support government missions.
• Coordinate with mission partners, contractors, and technical teams to support enterprise infrastructure, specialized network environments, and operational systems.
• Develop, maintain, and update program documentation, IA/security documentation, operational procedures, risk assessments, and system administration requirements.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, operational reports, program reviews, and mission updates to government leadership and stakeholders.
• Support contract and program management functions, including staffing oversight, budget tracking, deliverable management, acquisition support, and operational reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement SOPs, workflow management procedures, quality assurance processes, and performance metrics to improve mission effectiveness and operational accountability.
• Maintain compliance with applicable cybersecurity policies, federal regulations, Intelligence Community directives, and government security requirements.
• Provide technical consultation and written recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders regarding cybersecurity vulnerabilities, mitigation strategies, and operational risks.

Skills

Cyber operations

Program management

Threat analysis

Vulnerability assessments

Operational risk management

Executive briefings

Stakeholder communication

Staffing coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Business, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

BLUEHAWK, LLC is seeking a Program Manager / Cyber Operations Analyst to support mission-critical cyber operations, program oversight, and enterprise security initiatives within high-security government environments.

The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of cybersecurity operations and program management experience, plus an active TS/SCI CI Polygraph, to lead operations, risk assessments, and coordination with government stakeholders while briefing senior leadership.