Cybersecurity Lead

Cybersecurity Lead

LOCATION:Kirtland AFB, NM

JOB STATUS:Full-time

CLEARANCE: TS/SCI (SAP Eligibility)

CERTIFICATION: CISSP, CEH, or Sec+ CE

TRAVEL: As Needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Lead to support a proposal for a Space program in Albuquerque, New Mexico at Kirtland AFB.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 8+ years of experience in Information Assurance (IA) or Cybersecurity supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs.

• Current cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ CE (or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification).

• Demonstrated experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and development of Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages.

• Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, standards, and compliance requirements.

• Experience supporting secure environments involving COMSEC and EMSEC requirements.

• Proven ability to coordinate with system owners, engineers, and government stakeholders to achieve cybersecurity compliance.

• Strong documentation, communication, and leadership skills in support of security and compliance initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead cybersecurity and information assurance activities to support DoD system security and compliance requirements.

• Manage and support the RMF lifecycle, including system categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, and authorization.

• Develop, maintain, and submit ATO packages and supporting documentation to ensure systems meet authorization requirements.

• Coordinate cybersecurity efforts across engineering, operations, and program teams to ensure alignment with security controls and policies.

• Support cyber defense operations, including identifying risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.

• Ensure compliance with COMSEC and EMSEC policies and procedures within the operational environment.

• Monitor system security posture and support vulnerability management, security assessments, and remediation activities.

• Serve as a key cybersecurity advisor to program leadership and government stakeholders, ensuring systems maintain authorization and meet all security requirements.