KARTHIK CONSULTING, LLC is hiring: Cybersecurity Specialist in Falls Church

Purpose:The Air Force ISR Digital Infrastructure Transformation paves the way for intelligence analysts to securely harness the latest technological advancements. It is orchestrated through Data and Analytics, Sense Making/Automation, Augmentation and AI (AAA), Networks, Hybrid and Multi-Cloud, Enterprise Services, and cybersecurity capabilities. This structure allows integration, synchronization, and coordination with the Intelligence IC, Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial partners. The AF IC’s ability to advance its digital infrastructure transformation and deliver intelligence at the speed of relevance hinges on people, processes, and technology. Proactively informing and developing our digitally savvy Airmen on capability portfolio advancements will accelerate culture change and strengthen our warfighting capabilities across all domains.

Scope: A qualified candidate will deliver professional management, system analysis, and technical assistance support services for daily cybersecurity and zero trust operations at Headquarters, Air Force (HAF). This includes, but is not limited to, activities related to governance, strategic planning, enterprise architecture, capability portfolio management, solutions analysis, solution implementation planning, performance and risk management, IT service management, systems engineering, innovative project management, data and analytics, training, program analysis, policy analysis, information technology analysis, and administrative technical support. Additionally, the candidate will offer cybersecurity and zero trust expertise to support existing, ongoing, and expanding programs, projects, technologies, processes, and workforce innovations throughout the Air Force Intelligence Community (AF IC) Information Environment.

Education:

• Bachelors or Masters in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information technology or a STEM related field.

Experience Level:

• 6-12 years of experience

Clearance Level:

• TS/SCI Clearance

Location:

• National Capital Region (Local Area telework 1 or 2 days in the office)

Soft Skills:

• Speaking and presenting
• Planning and project management
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Cooperation and unity of purpose
• Flexibility and ongoing education
• Task management
• Leadership and management skills
• Adaptability
• Risk assessment and management

Key Responsibilities of Cybersecurity Specialist

• Conduct Risk Assessments: Carry out in-depth risk assessments at the program level to systematically identify potential security threats. Based on these assessments, propose actionable strategies to effectively mitigate the identified risks and enhance overall security posture.
• Advise on Zero Trust Architecture implementation: Deliver in-depth strategic guidance and detailed recommendations for the design and implementation of Zero Trust architectures across the entire enterprise.
• Develop Strategic Cybersecurity Risk Management Policies: Design and propose comprehensive DAF cybersecurity risk management policies for the AF IC that align with Federal, IC, DoD and DAF standards and regulations.
• Recommend Continuous Monitoring Solutions: Recommend effective continuous monitoring program and practices that utilize advanced tools that deliver real-time insights into the security of systems.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Engage collaboratively with various teams across the organization to thoroughly assess the current cybersecurity posture.
• Advise on Security Operation Centers: Provide comprehensive guidance on the establishment and implementation of Security Operations Centers (SOCs) designed to effectively safeguard both legacy systems and cloud environments.
• Conduct Tool Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of various enterprise tool solutions designed specifically to protect and defend Air Force Intelligence Community (AF IC) mission systems.