Senior Cybersecurity Incident Response Lead

U.S. Department of Defense; Shiloh (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Defense positions within the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) at the Full Performance Work Level, supporting US Cyber Command. The role requires directing complex information security incidents and aligning cybersecurity with mission objectives.

Strong emphasis on governance, risk management, and policy implementation across critical systems. The incumbent will champion enterprise awareness to senior leadership, conduct risk assessments, and architect defenses to ensure

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the resolution of complex, high-impact information security incidents and operational anomalies as a senior Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Champion enterprise cybersecurity awareness among senior leadership, ensuring strategic alignment between mission objectives and security principles.
• Execute risk and vulnerability assessments across information systems to identify threats, risks, and protection requirements.
• Architect and implement cybersecurity policies and defensive protocols to protect CIA of mission-critical systems, networks, and data.

Job description

U.S. Department of Defense positions within the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) at the Full Performance Work Level, supporting US Cyber Command. The role requires directing complex information security incidents and aligning cybersecurity with mission objectives.

Strong emphasis on governance, risk management, and policy implementation across critical systems. The incumbent will champion enterprise awareness to senior leadership, conduct risk assessments, and architect defenses to ensure