Cleared On Site Isaas Technical Lead & Program Manager (4984)

Law Enforcement Agency OCIO's organization is moving to Information Systems Security as a Service and requires a Technical Lead/Program Manager to oversee a contract of ISSOs, ISSEs and ISSRs. This position will be on site in Washington, DC and requires a Top-Secret Clearance.

• Manages all the teams that comprise the ISaaS program.
• Manages one or more projects and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines. Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
• Trains and supervises personnel.
• Responsible for all phases of the program budget.
• Develops Quality Assurance Programs for all products and services.
• Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff.
• Assigns staff and provide technical direction as necessary to complete task.
• Monitors call order, subcontract, and funding; prepares forecasts of program financial performance.
• Develops and delivers required call order, departmental, project and/or financial reports.
• Assesses risk, identify business threats, and evaluate system or network security programs to create a security operations strategy while reducing risks to systems and data.
• Utilizes the NIST Risk Management Framework model to assist and manage information security incidents to minimize risk to systems and data.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with various government teams to conduct cyber security operations across various branches of government.
• Creates standard operating procedures in partnerships with government personnel to enhance security operations, improve response capabilities, and to meet compliance requirements.
• Works with various government departments in deploying best security practices as results of planned cybersecurity assessments on systems and data.

• Minimum 15 years leading/directing Cybersecurity programs focused on information security as a service.
• Must have experience working in Federal Law Enforcement community
• Mastery of NIST RMF model
• Ability to provide technical guidance to technical staff and also communicate with Customer leadership that may or may not have technical experience
• Active TS clearance with SCI Eligibility

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Hold at least one of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or Associate), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) CASP CE, Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), CISSP- Information System Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP), or CISSP- Information System Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP).

Application Deadline 5-29-2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$158,300—$255,400 USD

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).