Cybersecurity Director

What you’ll do: Lead enterprise-level cyber advisory engagements, ensuring alignment withEO 14028 , OMB guidance , CISA directives, andNIST frameworks .Drive business development and capture activities to expand cybersecurity offerings, including proposal leadership, client relationship management, and revenue growth. Oversee delivery of major cybersecurity engagements, focusing on quality, scalability, and adherence to federal cybersecurity standards. Provide thought leadership through publications, conferences, and industry forums to strengthen the organization’s presence in cybersecurity services. Develop and execute cybersecurity policies, services, and solutions aligned toEO 14028 , OMB guidance , CISA directives, andNIST frameworks .Advise executive leadership ( CISO, CIO, CDO ) and interagency partners on cybersecurity strategy and risk posture. Combine cybersecurity technical expertise withIT, data, and AIcompetencies to advance risk management approaches for clients and prospective clients.

Integrate: Zero Trustprinciples into enterprise services and support system adoption in line withNIST SP 800-207 , CISA , DOWandIC frameworks, including approaches for the Zero Trust Maturity Model .Define and monitor KPIs, maturity models, and compliance metrics to improve operational effectiveness and risk reduction, such as decreasing time for vulnerability patching, increasing speed ofMean Time to Recover, and supportingcontinuous monitoringandcontinuous Authority to Operateinitiatives. Drive practice growth through business development, proposal leadership, and client engagement, translating mission risk intoAI-enabled controls, analytics, and automation, while stewarding solutions to optimize outcomes and margin. Mentor multi-disciplinary teams, build communities of practice, and embed learning loops to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. What you’ll need10+ yearsof overall relevant work experience. Bachelor’s degreefrom an accredited university. Active and maintained “SECRET” (or higher) federal security clearance .Experience in cybersecurity risk management and governance, including multiple years in senior leadership roles. Federal experience at the department level working on cybersecurity programs. Comprehensive understanding of federal IT/security and privacy procedures and techniques.