Guidehouse · 19 hours ago
Cybersecurity Assessment Lead
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $216K/yr
5+ years expGuidehouse is seeking a Cybersecurity Assessment Lead to oversee client engagements from cultivation to completion. This role involves leading a team in conducting High Value Asset Cybersecurity Assessments for federal government systems, including penetration testing and risk evaluation.
AdviceConsultingManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the Assessment Lead and responsible for overall assessment execution and guidance of technical and operator team members
Develop executive-focused Assessment Report sections
Develop current state security architecture diagrams
Lead the communication with senior executives and stakeholders on assessment requirements
Lead technical interviews with system stakeholders to determine if risks to the HVA are identified, evaluated, and managed
Lead the documentation of Rules of Engagement to guide the scope, develop test plan, and assist with acquiring management approval
Lead Penetration Team Operators to perform network mapping and reconnaissance, internal and external Testing including Red Team testing activities that focus testing activity towards accessing specific target datasets. Testing methodology should include crafted e-mails, custom public websites, exploit code, and social engineering
Analyze test results, develop a report on discovered vulnerabilities, and provide risk-based recommendations to remediate those vulnerabilities
Confirm all deliverables are completed and meet expected quality standards
Manage cybersecurity or HVA Program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigate cyber risks to systems
Qualification
Required
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's Degree
A Minimum of FIVE (5) or more years' of experience related to Cybersecurity Risk Assessment or Cybersecurity Program Management or HVA Assessment and/or HVA Program Management
Preferred
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance preferred
One of the following certifications: Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certification, CISSP
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Communicates effectively and demonstrates leadership role with clients and fellow team members
Experience managing direct client engagement team to deliver impactful support to Federal clients
Experience developing and maintaining working relationships while serving Federal clients onsite
Ability to identify obstacles and opportunities that impact the success of plans or initiatives
Previous passing of the CISA AES HVA Assessment or ability to pass the CISA AES HVA Assessment course
Experience supporting US government cybersecurity programs
CISSP or CISM certifications
PMP Certification
Experience with managing/supporting and/or knowledge of cybersecurity or high value asset program, and Security Architecture Review
Certified CISA AES HVA Assessment Lead with experience conducting HVA assessments or performing Risk and Vulnerability Assessments
Knowledge of Cybersecurity Framework, Risk Management, NIST 800-83 Rev 5
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Company
Guidehouse
Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Mission Daybreak
2023-11-06Acquired
2023-02-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Scott McIntyre
Chairman and CEO
Alicia Harkness
Partner
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