Cybersecurity Lead
TekSynap
**Responsibilities & Qualifications**
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Oversee the security, compliance, and risk management of network infrastructure, ensuring the protection of critical assets and alignment with DoD standards.
+ Design and implement security measures that safeguard the network from unauthorized access, vulnerabilities, and advanced threats.
+ Direct the development and maintenance of a robust security architecture to fortify the BIM infrastructure against evolving cyber threats.
+ Manage the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, ensuring systems remain secure and compliant with DoD requirements throughout their lifecycle.
+ Monitor network activity to detect and respond to security incidents, minimizing impact and ensuring quick resolution through effective containment and remediation strategies.
+ Lead incident response efforts, coordinating with stakeholders to investigate, identify, and mitigate breaches or vulnerabilities.
+ Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and procedures to protect network infrastructure and sensitive data.
+ Review and assess the organization's adherence to security standards, regulatory requirements, and DoD directives, ensuring compliance at all levels.
+ Coordinate vulnerability management activities, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks, leveraging tools such as ACAS/Nessus for proactive security measures.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for reducing system vulnerabilities and enhancing the organization's security posture.
+ Apply knowledge of DoD security systems to manage and protect critical infrastructure in compliance with government standards and mission objectives.
+ Ensure that security measures are seamlessly integrated into all stages of the infrastructure modernization process.
+ Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs to technical teams, enhancing their understanding of security policies, RMF processes, and vulnerability management tools.
+ Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization by sharing insights and fostering continuous improvement in security practices.
+ Support BIM contract goals by aligning cybersecurity strategies with the modernization of infrastructure systems.
+ Identify opportunities to optimize security processes, enhance incident response capabilities, and contribute to the long-term resilience of the organization's IT environment.
**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
+ 5 years of relevant experience
+ Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field or equivalent
+ Expertise in security architecture and design
+ Strong RMF (Risk Management Framework) expertise
+ Proficiency in incident response and mitigation
+ Proven team leadership and collaboration skills
+ Experience in policy development and implementation
+ Skilled in vulnerability management and risk assessment
+ Experience in Bill of Materials (BOM) development and management
+ Knowledge of COMSEC (Communications Security) management and protocols
+ Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance
**CERTIFICATIONS**
Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level III CISSP and CISM
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Experience with ACAS (Assured Compliance Assessment Solution) and Nessus for vulnerability scanning
+ Expertise in DoD security systems and protocols
+ Skilled in training development and delivery
**Overview**
We are seeking a Cybersecurity Lead to join our team supporting USAF Base Infrastructure Modernization.
TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.
We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.
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**Additional Job Information**
**WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Location: Kadena Air Base, Japan, Misawa Air Base, Japan, Yokota Air Base, Japan, Osan Air Base, Korea, Kunsan Air Base, Korea
+ Type of environment: onsite
+ Noise level: Medium
+ Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
+ Amount of Travel: 10%
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
**WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE**
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance
**OTHER DUTIES**
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.
**Job Locations** _JP-Kadena Air Base | JP-Misawa Air Base | JP-Yokota Air Base | KR-Kunsan Air Base | KR-Osan Air Base_
**ID** _2025-7641_
**Category** _Information Technology_
**Type** _Regular Full-Time_
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