IT Project Lead, SME (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

IT Project Lead, SME (Cybersecurity): Leading the technical, operational, and financial execution of an Information Security as a Service (ISaaS) program with an accent on ATO continuity, risk management, and quality assurance across a complex FBI enterprise environment. Focus on providing senior leadership, ensuring compliance with FBI policies and NIST RMF requirements, and managing large, multi-team programs.

Location: On-site in Washington, D.C.

Company

hirify.global is a company focused on bringing adaptive innovation to support national missions through advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility.

What you will do

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all ISaaS teams, including technical execution of enterprise-scale ISSO/ISSE services.
• Manage one or more programs or projects, ensuring adherence to schedule, cost, scope, and performance objectives.
• Assess cybersecurity risks, apply the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), and ensure timely ATOs and audit readiness.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Assurance (QA) programs for ISaaS products and services, establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Lead staffing and workforce management for ISaaS personnel, including recruiting, hiring, training, and mentorship.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with FBI OCIO, ISRMU, and other Government stakeholders.

Requirements

• Senior-level experience leading enterprise-scale cybersecurity, RMF, ISSO/ISSE, or information assurance programs.
• Demonstrated expertise with NIST RMF, FISMA, and federal authorization processes.
• Proven experience managing large, multi-team programs with budget, staffing, and performance accountability.
• Experience serving as a primary technical liaison with senior Government stakeholders.
• TS/SCI security clearance required.
• CISSP certification required.

Nice to have

• Prior experience supporting FBI, DOJ, or IC customers.
• Experience operating under performance-based or firm-fixed-price contracts.
• Familiarity with portfolio-based ISSO/ISSE delivery models and scalable authorization approaches.
• Experience introducing automation or tooling to improve RMF efficiency and consistency.

Culture & Benefits

• Emphasis on a positive and collaborative culture defined by values: Happy, Helpful, Honest, Humble, Hungry, Hustle.
• Supportive atmosphere where teamwork and collective success are celebrated.
• Commitment to transparent communication and ethical conduct.
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package (details on company website).
• Focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and advancing national security missions.