Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)

Cybersecurity Jobs; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs is seeking a senior cybersecurity manager to lead the CNMF RMF mission at Fort Meade, MD. The role supervises the J65 Cybersecurity Branch Chief, oversees risk-based authorization and cloud security, and guides security engineering across the system lifecycle.

The position requires TOP SECRET SCI clearance, US citizenship, and NSA/DoD-compliant certifications, with probationary periods and potential travel as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET SCI clearance.
• Requires U.S. citizenship per requirements.
• Background investigation and suitability/fitness determination may be required.
• Three-year trial/probationary period may be required.
• One-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• Due to NSA requirements, knowledges of security protocols and polygraph may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as J65 Cybersecurity Branch Chief and senior manager for RMF.
• Manage authorization, validation, and decisions for IT systems, networks, and cloud environments.
• Develop risk-acceptance recommendations using NIST guidance.
• Oversee cybersecurity configuration across CNMF environments including AWS regions.
• Integrate security engineering into the system lifecycle.
• Coordinate design and implementation of zero-trust architectures and secure APIs.
• Plan work priorities for subordinate personnel.

Skills

RMF lifecycle

Risk assessment

Security architecture

NIST guidance

AO coordination

Cybersecurity leadership

System lifecycle integration

Zero-trust

Tools

AWS

DA Form 5019-R

DoDM 8140.03

NSA/CSS Policy 5-1

Job description

Lead the CNMF Risk Management Framework (RMF) mission as a senior cybersecurity manager at Fort Meade, MD.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the J65 Cybersecurity Branch Chief and senior cybersecurity manager for CNMF’s Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Manage authorization, validation, and decision processes for information technology systems, networks, and cloud environments.
• Develop risk-acceptance recommendations to the Authorizing Official (AO) using NIST guidance.
• Oversee cybersecurity configuration across CNMF-controlled environments, including AWS Secret/Top Secret regions.
• Direct integration of security engineering principles into the system lifecycle.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to design and implement zero-trust architectures, secure application program interfaces, and robust boundary controls.
• Plan and set work priorities for subordinate personnel.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination following a completed background investigation.
• Three-year trial/probationary period may be required.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period is required if the selectee has not previously met this requirement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET SCI clearance as a condition of employment and complete a counterintelligence scope polygraph exam.
• Drug Testing Designated Position under the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program; must sign DA Form 5019-R and pass urinalysis testing.
• Must meet NSA personnel security requirements outlined in NSA/CSS Policy 5-1.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time on military and/or commercial aircraft.
• May be recalled to duty and may be required to work other than normal duty hours (including evenings, weekends, holidays) and overtime.
• Per DoDM 8140.03 and supplemental Army guidance, must obtain and maintain qualification requirements for each Cyber work role.
• Position is in the Supervision/Management Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure.
• Qualification for experience: resume must describe one year of specialized experience demonstrating knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies for immediate success.
• Specialized experience includes (1) managing full lifecycle of RMF to formulate risk acceptance recommendations for tactical and cloud environments; (2) implementing secure system architectures within enterprise environments; (3) developing cybersecurity guidance such as policies, SOPs, and/or incident response protocols aligned to established directives; (4) managing subordinate personnel work plans and schedules to meet assigned requirements.
• Experience must include, or be supplemented by, IT-related experience (paid or unpaid and/or completion of specific intensive training) demonstrating competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving.
• Experience alone is required; no education substitution is permitted.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Must satisfactorily complete appropriate training and obtain required certification/recertification per DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program (15 February 2023).
• Must be a Cyber Warfare Career Program position aligned under the Digital Technology Career Management Directorate.
• This is a Cyber Excepted Service (CES) position in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1599f.

Technologies / Frameworks

• Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines
• AWS Secret/Top Secret regions
• Zero-trust architectures
• Secure application program interfaces
• DoDM 8140.03
• NSA/CSS Policy 5-1
• Counterintelligence scope polygraph exam
• DA Form 5019-R
• TOP SECRET SCI clearance
• Digital Technology Career Management Directorate

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available to eligible federal employees.

Work Location and Pay

• Location: Fort Meade, MD (onsite)
• Salary: USD 150,424 - 197,200 per year (includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement)
• Minimum experience: 1 year

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Evaluated based on how well you meet the qualification requirements listed in the announcement.
• Application package review includes resume, supporting documents, and questionnaire responses.
• If qualifications/experience are determined to be inflated after review, you may lose consideration.

Required Documents

• Do not include classified information in your application packet.
• Resume: Cyber Excepted Service positions are not subject to the two-page resume limit; upload your full resume to your USAJOBS profile using document type "Other Documents".
• Other supporting documents: Cover letter (optional).

Application Instructions

• Complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
• Submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/05/2026 to receive consideration.

Agency Contact

• Army Applicant Help Desk
• Website: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
• Address: KB-W6HWAA US CYBER COMMAND, DO NOT MAIL, Fort Meade, MD 20755, US