ASRC Federal · 1 week ago
Zero Trust Project Lead
Quantico, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. The Zero Trust Project Lead is a critical leadership role responsible for driving the planning, implementation, and ongoing management of the organization's Zero Trust security architecture, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful adoption and improvements in security posture.
ConsultingGovernmentInformation TechnologyLogisticsProfessional ServicesSpace TravelStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a comprehensive Zero Trust security strategy aligned with the organization's business goals and risk tolerance
Define the scope, objectives, and roadmap for Zero Trust implementation
Identify key stakeholders and build consensus around the Zero Trust vision
Stay up-to-date on the latest Zero Trust trends, technologies, and best practices
Plan, organize, and manage Zero Trust projects from inception to completion
Develop project plans and timelines
Track project progress and report on key milestones
Identify and mitigate project risks and issues
Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Provide technical guidance and expertise on Zero Trust architecture, technologies, and implementation
Lead the selection, evaluation, and deployment of Zero Trust solutions, including microsegmentation, multi-factor authentication (MFA), identity and access management (IAM), and data security technologies
Define and enforce Zero Trust security policies and standards
Oversee the integration of Zero Trust principles into existing IT infrastructure and applications
Collaborate with IT, security, and business units to understand their needs and requirements
Communicate the benefits of Zero Trust to stakeholders and address any concerns
Build relationships with key stakeholders and foster a collaborative environment
Provide regular updates to leadership on the progress of Zero Trust initiatives
Assist in the design and implement Zero Trust security architectures that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements
Define and enforce microsegmentation policies to limit the blast radius of security incidents
Implement strong authentication and authorization controls
Monitor and analyze network traffic for anomalous behavior
Ensure data security and privacy in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Develop and maintain Zero Trust security policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards
Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement
Implement and enforce security awareness training programs to promote Zero Trust principles
Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Zero Trust initiatives
Track and report on security metrics to demonstrate progress and identify areas for improvement
Develop dashboards and reports to visualize Zero Trust security posture
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security architecture, network security, and identity and access management
Active Top Secret Clearance REQUIRED, eligible to be upgraded to TS/SCI
Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, and/or Information Systems Management, Information Technology
Must meet 8570 certification requirements at the time of hire. IAT Level III (e.g., CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCE, GCFA, EnCE or CCSP
Preferred
The addition of a PMP is preferred
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k)
Education assistance
Paid time off including PTO
Holidays
Any other paid leave required by law
Company
ASRC Federal
ASRC Federal provide mission-critical services to federal government agencies dedicated to defense, civil and intelligence support.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Felix
President & Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Winthrop
Chief Financial Officer
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