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The Deputy Cybersecurity Manager, serving as Deputy Cybersecurity Lead, assists the Cybersecurity Manager in the management of all cybersecurity operations and related processes based on Government-approved Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) processes. This role focuses on protecting IT infrastructure, systems, and data while ensuring compliance with federal regulations, policies, and processes. The Deputy Cybersecurity Manager leads a team of cybersecurity professionals, develops and manages security policies and procedures, and collaborates with IT departments to enhance security throughout the task order lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

+ Manage cybersecurity operations and coordinate security team activities to protect infrastructure and data

+ Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals with hiring, supervision, and performance management responsibilities

+ Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and strategies to mitigate organizational risks

+ Lead security authorization and accreditation (A&A) processes and Authority to Operate (ATO) achievement

+ Manage Information Assurance (IA) programs across systems, services, and infrastructure

+ Conduct security risk assessments and implement corrective actions for identified vulnerabilities

+ Oversee encryption devices, procedures, and data protection practices across networks and systems

+ Develop governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks aligned with federal requirements

+ Lead incident detection, response, and recovery activities following federal guidelines

+ Collaborate with IT teams, project managers, and stakeholders to integrate security throughout the task order

+ Prepare security status reports and compliance briefings for government leadership

Required Qualifications

+ Minimum 5 years of experience (within the last 7 years) with all phases of Information Assurance (IA) and accreditation processes

+ 5 years of experience (within the last 7 years) managing and leading security operations staff in project environments

+ 5 years of experience (within the last 7 years) successfully managing information security risks including A&A and ATO processes

+ DoD 8140 DCWF certification at the Advanced level or equivalent DoD 8570 Approved certification

+ ITIL® V4 Foundation Level Certification or equivalent

+ Active Top Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred)

+ Demonstrated leadership skills in organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating team workloads

Preferred Qualifications

+ 5 years of experience with encryption devices and procedures related to networks and data (within last 7 years)

+ 5 years of experience with Federal governance, risk, and compliance management (within last 7 years)

+ ITIL V4 Managing Professional Level Certification

+ CISSP or CISM certification

+ Experience with USACE, USARMY, or other federal agency security operations

+ Knowledge of DoD RMF and continuous monitoring practices

+ Experience with security operations center (SOC) management and incident response coordination

Required Skills

+ Cybersecurity Operations Management

+ Information Assurance & Accreditation

+ Team Leadership & Staff Management

+ Security Policy & Procedure Development

+ Risk Management & ATO Achievement

Preferred Skills

+ Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Management

+ Encryption & Data Protection

+ Incident Response Leadership

+ Federal Security Standards (NIST, DoD)

+ Security Operations Center (SOC) Management

Compensation Ranges

Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

$124,100 - 154,100

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.