Principal Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert with Security Clearance

About

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is seeking a highly skilled Principal Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert to serve as the technical authority for our National Security portfolio, with a primary focus on the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Intelligence Community. This role requires a strong background in cybersecurity, federal regulations, compliance standards, and industry best practices. You will lead strategic initiatives, providing consultative insight and an expert understanding of implementing and maintaining zero trust architecture and principles to secure critical national missions.

Responsibilities

Strategic Cybersecurity & Architecture Authority

• Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA): Provide expert consultative insight and hands‑on guidance to teams on Zero Trust implementations and architecture across highly secure federal environments.
• Cloud Security: Design, implement, and manage secure AWS and Azure‑based cybersecurity solutions tailored to mission‑critical workloads.
• Compliance & Governance: Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, policies, tools, and procedures in strict compliance with federal regulations and industry standards.
• Risk & Threat Management: Lead technical initiatives related to incident response, recovery, and prevention. Provide expertise in the implementation of Insider Threat programs for Federal agencies.
• Authorization & Assessment: Drive IV&V and A&A activities, managing the Federal system ATO process to ensure continuous compliance and security.

Technical Leadership & Engineering Culture

• Expert Guidance: Provide hands‑on guidance and support across the entire program lifecycle to internal teams on a wide range of technical cybersecurity matters.
• Continuous Improvement: Maintain a broad understanding of information assurance, the risk management framework, penetration testing, infrastructure operations, hardware, software, and systems. Stay current in security and DevSecOps best practices, tools, technologies, and policies.

Customer Engagement & Executive Advisory

• Trusted Advisor: Communicate complex cybersecurity risks and initiatives clearly and understandably to senior leaders of federal agencies.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity initiatives align with broader organizational goals and national security mission objectives.

Business Development & Capture Support

• Solution Champion: Provide technical input, both verbally and written, into white papers, best practice documentation, and business development solutions.
• Capture Execution: Participate in live bids and meet with senior agency leaders, contributing deep cybersecurity expertise to proposal development and client presentations.
• Market Differentiation: Identify and actively pursue growth opportunities in the federal cybersecurity market by leveraging technical expertise and industry knowledge.

Location: Hybrid in Tysons, VA

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on the federal industry.
• Federal Domain Expertise: Ability to effectively communicate technical cybersecurity concepts to non‑technical stakeholders, including leaders of federal agencies.

Technical Expertise

• In‑depth knowledge of federal cybersecurity regulations and compliance standards, such as NIST, FISMA, OWASP, and FedRAMP.
• Expertise and experience in zero trust principles and implementation in federal organizations.
• Proficiency in AWS and Azure architecture and security solutions.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity technologies, tools, and techniques.

Leadership & Strategic Thinking

• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and presentation skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience contributing to growth and business development efforts, including participation in live bids.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, or PMP.
• Federal Contracting Knowledge: Familiarity with federal acquisition processes, proposal development, contingent and new award requirements, and the integration of IT solutions within federal environments.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or Oracle IL4 and above environments

Clearance Requirement

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long‑term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

• We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000‑1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition

• Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing
• Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture

• Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree
• Virginia Best Place to Work
• Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work
• Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid‑Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color
• Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition
• SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3)
• Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits Package

• Competitive benefits including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k with employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.

Employee Investment

• Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations.
• Flexibility to take courses, complete certifications, or pursue other professional growth and networking.

Work‑Life Balance

• Funds dedicated to virtual and in‑person activities: happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations.
• Support for charity galas/events and community involvement.

Commitment

Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity.

• Comprehensive policies and procedures ensure hiring practices align with these requirements.
• An equal opportunity plan outlines our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans.
• Protected veterans are encouraged to self‑identify during the application process; this information is strictly confidential and used only for reporting and compliance purposes.

Our commitment extends beyond legal compliance; we foster an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email.