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Fortress Information Security · 6 hours ago

Technical Project Manager

City of Washington County, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$122K/yr - $170K/yr

5+ years exp

Fortress Information Security is seeking a Technical Project Manager for Fortress Government Solutions. This role involves providing technical project management and cybersecurity risk guidance to federal clients, particularly within the Department of Defense, ensuring compliance and risk reduction across various engagements.

ComputerCyber SecurityNetwork SecurityRisk ManagementSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide consultative technical project management support for federal and DoD-aligned client engagements, including Navy programs

Advise government stakeholders on mission, system, and program risk related to cybersecurity, compliance, and delivery timelines

Support and advise Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) and Information System Security Managers (ISSMs) in enterprise risk reduction efforts

Assist clients in understanding and aligning with the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Provide guidance aligned with NIST standards relevant to DoD environments, including NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53

Support client alignment with Executive Order 14028 (EO 14028), including:

Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDF) principles

Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) awareness and coordination

Supply chain risk management considerations

Compliance documentation and reporting alignment

Incident response and vulnerability disclosure coordination

Coordinate with Fortress delivery teams, architects, and leadership to ensure project activities align with federal compliance and mission needs

Facilitate communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex cybersecurity and compliance concepts into actionable guidance

Monitor project progress, risks, and dependencies, escalating concerns and recommendations as appropriate

Prepare and deliver project briefings, status updates, and advisory documentation

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on Fortress offerings as they relate to federal and DoD clients

Maintain awareness of evolving DoD cybersecurity requirements, guidance, and best practices

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Technical project managementDoD cybersecurity frameworksRisk managementAgile methodologiesCybersecurity consultingNIST standardsManage prioritiesLocal to DMV areaBachelor's degreeProfessional certificationsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

5+ years of experience in technical project management, cybersecurity consulting, or a related field

Advanced knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks, including RMF and applicable NIST standards

Experience supporting or advising ISSO and ISSM functions in risk management and compliance contexts

Strong understanding of mission risk and enterprise risk in federal or defense environments

Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall development methodologies

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to technical and non-technical audiences

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in complex, regulated environments

Ability to independently use and refine AI-driven prompts to enhance the quality, efficiency, and insight of regular work processes

Ability to interface effectively with internal teams and external government clients

Must be local to the DMV area and commutable to one or more preferred federal work depots, including: Naval Air Station Patuxent River (Pax River), MD and Washington Navy Yard, DC

An active Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline is required

Preferred

Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs in a consulting or advisory capacity

Familiarity with DoDI 8510.01 and DoD authorization processes

Professional certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Project+, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or relevant cybersecurity certifications

Benefits

Remote and Hybrid working environment

Competitive pay structure

Medical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and families

Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) match

Flexible Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Access to thousands of Learning & Development courses that range from mental health and wellbeing, stress, and time management to an array of technical and business-related courses

We provide each employee with professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certifications

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Employee Referral Programs

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