Koniag · 2 weeks ago
Zero Trust (ZT) Strategy Implementation Subject Matter Expert (SME) (TS/SCI)
Alexandria, VA, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expKoniag IT Systems, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Zero Trust (ZT) Strategy Implementation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the department's comprehensive effort to implement ZT requirements across the DoW. The SME will be responsible for the strategic, programmatic, budgetary, and technical implementation of ZT across the department, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Financial ServicesImpact InvestingWealth Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and technical guidance for the development, implementation, and operationalization of the DoW's ZT strategy
Champion the adoption of ZT principles and best practices across the department, with the Intelligence Community, other federal agencies, and external partners
Serve as the DoW CIO's SME on all matters related to ZT implementation and governance
Lead, develop, and implement ZT guidance and ensure alignment across the department’s policies and guidance to include, but not limited to, Defense Planning Guidance and the Capability Programming Guidance
Lead the department’s ZT implementation efforts, including defining scope, objectives, milestones, and success
Develop and maintain a comprehensive ZT implementation guide that aligns with DoW strategic goals, objectives, and national security priorities
Coordinate across DoW CIO to ensure future ZT strategic priorities are implemented and adhered to, as well as assist with ZT compliance
Track progress against the implementation roadmap and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to the CIO and senior leadership
Coordinate with Components to develop a process to conduct ZT gap analysis, identify and ingest ZT metrics, and determine DoW trend analysis
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule for ZT implementation, ensuring timely completion of key milestones
Coordinate activities across DoW components, including multiple teams and organizations, to ensure alignment and avoid conflicts
Proactively identify and mitigate risks to the ZT implementation schedule
Oversee the technical interdependencies of ZT implementation and other cybersecurity capability requirements
Coordinate with technical teams to evaluate and recommend ZT technologies and solutions that meet the department's specific needs
Lead efforts across the Department to coordinate technical expertise and guidance, technical assistance and resources, risk management, and compliance for the Department’s ZT implementation
Analyze, provide recommendations, and develop guidance to appropriately insert ZT requirements into the acquisition critical milestone decision points, and ensure cybersecurity resilience
Provide subject matter expertise on the development of language in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to ensure compliance and implementation related to Zero Trust across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)
Collaborate and ensure ZT requirements adhere to Policy and are aligned with department-wide Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution
Coordinate ZT implementation efforts with MILDEPS, Joint Staff, USCYBERCOM, and CCMDs, Federal and Civilian agencies, and other relevant DoW stakeholders
Coordinate with OUSW(I&S) on engagement with Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders to drive successful ZT implementation across the IC
Represent the DoW in inter-agency ZT working groups and forums
Share best practices and lessons learned with other organizations to promote ZT adoption across the DoW and IC
Lead the operationalization of ZT across the DoW, including defining roles and responsibilities, developing training programs, and establishing monitoring and reporting mechanisms
Ensure that ZT controls are continuously monitored and improved to maintain a strong security posture
Ensure that the DoW's ZT implementation efforts comply with all relevant requirements of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
Track emerging NDAA legislation and regulations related to cybersecurity and ZT and incorporate them into the department's ZT strategy
Assist with coordinating and organizing the department-wide ZT Integrated Product Team (GS15/O6 level) and the ZT Executive Committee (GO/FO/SES level) activities to drive the successful implementation of ZT across the department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field required
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on DoW efforts to implement new cybersecurity requirements and/or programs. (A four-year degree in an applicable technical field may be used to offset the years of experience)
Extensive experience with implementing cybersecurity in complex environments
Proven track record of leading successful cybersecurity initiatives and projects
Familiarity with DIB, DFARS, DOW, and IC policies, and NDAA requirements
Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, architecture, and technologies
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, RMF, FedRAMP)
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and execute complex projects
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to engage and lead appropriately within the Senior Leadership across the department
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Zero Trust-related certifications) are highly desirable
Experience with cybersecurity capabilities (i.e., cloud security, Identity, Credential, Access, Management, and cloud-native technologies)
Experience working with DoW, IC, and or other government agencies is highly preferred
Knowledge of DoW and IC ZT
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company matching
Flexible spending accounts
Paid holidays
Three weeks of paid time off
Company
Koniag
Koniag was incorporated on June 23, 1972, to manage the land and financial assets on behalf of the corporation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ron Unger
Chief Executive Officer
Sharon Beeson
CFO
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