Cyber Security and Risk Management SME
Apply Job ID 30803 Date posted 07/18/2025Job Family:
Cyber Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse is seeking a Cyber Security subject matter expert and advisor for a major DoD service Business Applications. This person will update and enhance IT risk assessment strategy. Work with Government Cyber Security SME to enhance security measures to protect sensitive data and stay on top of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) for DAF.
What You Will Need:
Bachelor’s Degree AND additional FOUR (4) years’ experience related to Cyber Security, Risk Management or IT Technology Consulting may be used in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
Minimum of SIX (6) years of Experience
Security Clearance: Secret
Active CompTIA Security+ Certification
Ability to travel to DoD Base(s) in MD - Required (at least 2-3 days a week)
Walk, support and track Business Systems through RMF, ATO and POA&M processes
Support transition planning to NIST 800-53 Rev 5 by directly working with Government Cyber POC.
Manage and support The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Act Compliance for financial and financial feeder systems
Develop tools and insights to enhance the CFO Compliance
Review compliance issues, consolidate documentation and reconcile issues with system PMs
Conduct thorough testing of systems in accordance with NIST 800-53 Rev 5.
Experience/exposure in Analytics tools like PowerBI, Tableau, and Qlik
Develop and implement POA&Ms to address issues.
Developing end to end estimates and support estimates for various CS audit and governance
Solid Office 365 platform experience and presentation skills
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Master’s Degree Preferred
Cyber Certifications Desired: CISA or CISSP
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
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
About Guidehouse
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