Local Cybersecurity Coordinator/Subject Matter Expert

As a Subject Matter Expert/Local Cybersecurity Coordinator, your mission is to enhance cybersecurity resilience across local units of government. Core responsibilities include: Duties/Responsibilities: Assessment and Analysis: • Conduct comprehensive assessments of local networks, cybersecurity architecture, tools, policies, and plans. • Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in existing security measures. • Analyze risk factors and prioritize areas for improvement. Remediation and Enhancement: • Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate vulnerabilities and strengthen security posture. • Draft and refine cybersecurity policies, best practices, and implementation plans. • Recommend effective security solutions tailored to each local unit of government’s needs. Training and Capacity Building: • Provide training on cybersecurity topics • Foster knowledge sharing and skill development within organizations. Reporting and Risk Assessment: • Prepare detailed reports for leadership, highlighting findings, risks, and recommended actions including prioritization of recommendations. • Translate technical assessments into actionable insights for decision-makers. • Advise on strategic paths forward to mitigate risks effectively. Collaboration and Communication: • Establish strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies and organizations. • Facilitate communication between technical experts and leadership. • Act as a bridge, ensuring alignment between technical requirements and organizational goals. Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. (Years of demonstrated experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree). General Experience: • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Experience working with and presenting to senior leadership and executives. • Strong communication skills to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and effectively report findings. • Ability to travel to jurisdictions within Maryland. Specialized Experience: • Proven experience of at least five (5) years as a Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Manager, Cyber Analyst, or similar role in cybersecurity. • Knowledge of cybersecurity solutions and other common security technologies. • Experience performing security maturity and system assessments in alignment with NIST Standard. Preferred Qualifications: • Graduate degree in cyber security or related area of expertise. • Preference for candidates with relevant professional certifications.