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Cyber Ops SME

Cyber Ops SME

CompanyMarkon
LocationChantilly, VA, USA
Salary$150000 – $200000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in cyber operations, systems development, or network engineering.
  • Demonstrated experience translating user needs into system requirements.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols and enterprise/commercial technologies.
  • Proficiency in telecommunications systems and architectures.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in cyber operations, translating end-user needs into actionable requirements for developers and engineers.
  • Collaborate with geographically distributed teams to support the development and enhancement of cybersecurity solutions.
  • Apply deep understanding of application development and network protocols to advise on system design and security integration.
  • Ensure cybersecurity best practices are embedded throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Provide technical expertise in telecommunications systems and commercial technologies.
  • Support project efforts with up to 15% travel as needed for coordination, testing, or deployment activities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting federal or intelligence community cybersecurity efforts.
  • Familiarity with agile development environments and secure DevOps practices.
  • Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CCNA.