Cybersecurity SME

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s C3I and Infrastructure Division (AFLCMC/HNI), located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.

The C3I and Infrastructure Division delivers enterprise-level communications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity support to over 110 Air Force installations. As a senior cybersecurity leader within the HNI portfolio, you will guide system security architecture, A&A processes, and ensure continuous compliance with DoD cybersecurity directives.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Serve as the ISSM for assigned systems and act as the primary cybersecurity technical advisor to the Authorizing Official (AO).

• Implement and maintain compliance with DoDI 8510.01 (RMF), DoDI 8500.01, and AFI 33-200 for all assigned systems.

• Oversee development and maintenance of system security documentation including RMF implementation plans, System Security Plans (SSPs), Program Protection Plans (PPPs), and OPSEC plans.

• Monitor cybersecurity posture through continuous monitoring activities; ensure timely reporting of incidents, configuration changes, and unauthorized disclosures.

• Support the full Assessment and Authorization (A&A) lifecycle for assigned systems in accordance with DoD and Air Force policy.

• Coordinate with Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), ensuring proper appointment, training, and adherence to cybersecurity policies.

• Maintain an organizational cybersecurity documentation repository and ensure proper version control and access.

• Provide technical guidance to ensure secure configurations and authorization of IT systems and services below the system level.

• Ensure that all application/system deliverables comply with DoD and Air Force security policy and applicable STIGs.

• Lead efforts to ensure compliance with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), software assurance requirements (Public Law 111-383), and source code vulnerability scanning.

• Support DISA Application Security and Development STIG implementation for mitigation of software vulnerabilities including SQL injection, XSS, and buffer overflows.

• Support cybersecurity inspections, compliance assessments, and coordinate testing activities.

• Report security events and maintain FISMA, SISSU, and other required data in the Enterprise IT Data Repository (EITDR).

• Interface with stakeholders including program managers, engineers, vendors, and external AOs to ensure cybersecurity objectives are met.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have an Active Top Secret clearance

Education: Master’s degree  

Years of Experience: 15 years of general work experience, 10 years of which must be in cybersecurity

Certifications: DoD 8570 IAM Level III-compliant certification, such as:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

• GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of RMF, STIGs, DoD cybersecurity directives, and system authorization processes

• Experience with cybersecurity documentation, audit preparation, and secure systems architecture

• Proficient in tools for tracking vulnerabilities and system configurations

• Experience working with EITDR and cybersecurity compliance databases

• Familiarity with cloud and non-cloud security controls, PKI, and software assurance best practices

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership and advisory skills for collaboration with AOs, ISSOs, PMs, and engineers

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to manage high-priority, security-critical projects in fast-paced environments

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical abilities

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MATravel: May be required at the customer’s discretionOnsite

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Company Overview

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities