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Cyber Security Risk Lead
@Trilogyfederal
[Hiring] Cyber Security Risk Lead @Trilogyfederal
Mar 28, 2025 - Trilogyfederal is hiring a remote Cyber Security Risk Lead. đź’¸ Salary: unspecified. đź“ŤLocation: USA.
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Role Description
Trilogy Federal is seeking a Cyber Security Risk Lead to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ideal candidate will be a seasoned cybersecurity professional with expertise in risk management and compliance, excelling in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. This role requires a proactive, strategic leader to join our team, ensuring the security and integrity of VA corporate IT systems, including legacy applications and DevSecOps-driven initiatives.
- Lead cybersecurity risk management for VA corporate IT systems, identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks across legacy and DevSecOps environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with VA security standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST 800-53, FIPS 140-2, HIPAA) and VA Handbook 6500.
- Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing, collaborating with DevOps and Cloud Engineers to harden systems and CI/CD pipelines.
- Oversee the integration of security controls (e.g., encryption, access management, monitoring) into development and deployment processes, aligning with Agile delivery cycles.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for VA stakeholders, including the Information Security Officer (ISO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), on cybersecurity risk and compliance matters.
- Utilize VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow) to document risk assessments, track remediation efforts, and contribute to Biweekly Status Reports on security posture and incidents.
- Ensure alignment with the VIP Lean-Agile framework by embedding security practices into Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives) and supporting incremental delivery.
- Coordinate with Solution Leads and Data Architects to secure data migrations, cloud deployments, and enterprise asset management systems (e.g., IBM Maximo).
- Monitor emerging threats and regulatory changes, advising on the adoption of technologies like AI-driven security analytics to enhance VA OIT’s cybersecurity resilience.
- Mentor team members on cybersecurity best practices, risk management frameworks, and federal compliance, contributing to Trilogy’s staff development and technical excellence initiatives.
- Manage incident response planning and execution, ensuring rapid resolution of security breaches and minimal impact on VA operations.
- Drive exceptional customer satisfaction by delivering proactive, Veteran-centric cybersecurity solutions that safeguard VA systems and data.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- One of the following certifications required: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC).
- 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or a related leadership role, with a focus on federal or VA IT environments.
- Proven expertise in risk assessment, security compliance, and mitigation strategies, with hands-on experience using tools like Nessus, Qualys, Splunk, or Tenable.
- Strong leadership and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex security challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with VA security standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST, HIPAA) and the VIP Lean-Agile framework is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint) and VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow).
- Ability to adapt to evolving security threats and travel occasionally to VA sites in Washington, D.C., as needed.
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s preferred.
- Additional certifications such as CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) preferred.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision plans.
- Optional FSA.
- Paid parental leave.
- Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions 100% vested from day 1.
- Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
- No cost group term life/AD&D plan, and optional supplemental coverage.
- Pet insurance.
- Monthly phone and internet stipend.
- Tuition and training reimbursement.
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