Senior Security SME & Policy Advisor

Cherokee Federal; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to provide high-level strategic and technical security guidance for the Countermeasures Directorate. The role requires a US Citizen and active Secret clearance or ability to obtain Top-Secret clearance.

This part-time SME will influence policy, oversee budget and resources, and drive innovation in protective systems while reporting to senior leadership with actionable strategies for technology integration and improvements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in physical/technical security program development or implementation.
• Experience presenting complex information to senior government personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior-level advisor to policy initiatives/updates for Security Technology.
• Provide SME guidance in physical/technical security programs at a Senior Executive Service level.
• Develop concise, senior-level strategic plans for implementation and operations.
• Analyze operations to identify improvements and propose changes.
• Deliver technical and programmatic advice with concise reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Written/verbal communication

Independent work

Project management

Cost & schedule management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/Management or related

Master's degree in business/Management or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to provide high-level strategic and technical security guidance for the Countermeasures Directorate. The role requires a US Citizen and active Secret clearance or ability to obtain Top-Secret clearance.

This part-time SME will influence policy, oversee budget and resources, and drive innovation in protective systems while reporting to senior leadership with actionable strategies for technology integration and improvements.