AttainX, Inc. · 3 months ago
Practice Lead Cybersecurity (Practice Leader,
Herndon, VA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $220K/yr
15+ years expAttainX Inc. is seeking an accomplished and visionary Practice Lead, Cybersecurity to lead the creation and growth of our Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE). This executive will define and drive AttainX’s cybersecurity strategy, ensuring technical excellence, compliance rigor, and innovation across federal and commercial portfolios.
Cyber SecuritySoftwareVirtual Reality
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development of the AttainX Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) to institutionalize best practices, accelerate innovation, and enhance delivery quality across the organization
Serve as the senior cybersecurity executive and technical strategist, defining enterprise security architectures aligned with federal mandates, Zero Trust principles, and mission priorities
Drive strategic planning and execution for cybersecurity service offerings, aligning with AttainX’s digital transformation and market expansion objectives
Shape and capture new business opportunities by translating cybersecurity and compliance capabilities into client-centric solutions
Lead proposal development, whitepapers, and executive briefings that highlight technical discriminators and strengthen AttainX’s market position
Partner with capture and business development teams to define competitive differentiators and technical strategies for federal and commercial clients
Direct and oversee high-profile cybersecurity and compliance programs, integrating frameworks such as NIST RMF, FedRAMP, CMMC, and DITSCAP/DIACAP
Assist the Delivery team with Cybersecurity strategy and delivery efforts
Lead enterprise Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) efforts, ensuring systems are prepared for certification and regulatory compliance
Develop and implement enterprise-level security strategies that unify risk management, privacy, and resilience across IT and operational domains
Establish the CCoE as a hub for continuous improvement, focusing on framework development, reusable solution assets, and workforce training
Spearhead pilots in emerging cybersecurity technologies such as AI-driven analytics, automation, cloud security, and identity modernization
Act as a principal investigator and innovator, conducting R&D in forward-looking cybersecurity technologies that enhance AttainX’s capabilities and reputation
Represent AttainX in executive, industry, and government cybersecurity forums, building strategic partnerships and promoting thought leadership
Collaborate with internal business units, solution architects, and senior executives to align cybersecurity investments with business strategy and client mission objectives
Mentor and develop cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence in cybersecurity delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
15+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, including 5+ years in leadership or practice management roles
Deep expertise in NIST, FedRAMP, CMMC, and Zero Trust frameworks and experience leading enterprise compliance initiatives
Demonstrated success in leading cybersecurity programs in federal government or highly regulated industries
Proven ability to develop and execute cybersecurity strategy, business development initiatives, and innovation programs
Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to engage with C-suite, federal stakeholders, and technical teams
Must have the following active professional certifications from this list CISSP,CISM, CISA, AWS required
Must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active Secret security clearance or higher
Preferred
Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
Benefits
Paid vacation
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Matching 401(k) plan
Tuition/training reimbursement
Long & Short-Term Disability
Company
AttainX, Inc.
AttainX is an SBA certified 8a / EDWOSB / WOSB and CMMI L3, ISO 9001:201, QMS certified company that delivers information technology solutions to Federal and state agencies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sheryll Manoj
President & CEO
Donald Bice
Chief Growth Officer
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