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Cyber Security SMEAlpha Omega • Vienna, VA, US
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Cyber Security SME

Cyber Security SME

Alpha Omega • Vienna, VA, US
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Overview

Alpha Omega is seeking a qualified Cyber Security SME supporting the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) under the Customer Revenue and Operations Planning (CROP) program. This project focuses on improving how USDA delivers services by using better technology, data, and processes. Work Location : Kansas City, MO; Indianapolis, IN; Fort Collins, CO; Salt Lake City, UT; Raleigh, NC; and Remote. Clearance Required : Public Trust Clearance. Job Title : Cyber Security SME.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the automated monitoring of information system assets through Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) tools and sensors
  • Maintaining an asset inventory of hardware and software within the program / development offices or field site facility
  • Ensuring that security requirements for the assigned major application or general support system are being or shall be met
  • Ensuring that requests for Security Authorization (SA, also commonly referred to as Assessment & Authorization or Certification and Accreditation) of assigned major application or general support systems are completed in accordance with the published procedures
  • Coordinating the development of a Contingency Plan and ensuring that the plan is tested and maintained
  • Ensuring risk analyses are completed to determine cost-effective and essential safeguards in alignment with government and industry best practice (e.g. NIST 800-30, 37, 39)
  • Ensuring preparation of security plans for sensitive systems and networks
  • Reporting IT security incidents (including computer viruses) in accordance with established procedures
  • Reporting security incidents not involving IT resources to the appropriate security office; and representing the security team as part of change management for assigned information systems

Experience / Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of Cybersecurity experience

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with one or more of DHS Directive 4300A, FIPS Pubs 199 & 200, and NIST Special Pubs 800-30, 800-37, 800-39, 800-53, 800-60
  • Experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
  • Experience with Vulnerability, Configuration, and Asset Management tools in support of Continuous Monitoring
  • Experience with POA&M management
  • Experience performing Security Authorization
  • Experience performing Risk Analysis and Assessment
  • Experience with XACTA or similar tool
  • Should be able to support a minimum of four of the areas listed
  • Security Control Assessment
  • Security Code Analysis
  • Product Evaluation
  • Document Review and Security Technical Writing
  • Risk Assessment and Risk Management
  • Policy and Audit Services
  • 5 or more years directly supporting security of IT systems

    • Certifications

  • At least one of the following : CISSP, CASP, CISA, CEH, CISM

    • Salary and Benefits

    The likely salary range for this position is $90,340 - $149,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation. Final pay is determined by factors including relevant work experience, skills, certifications, education, and contract provisions.

    Application Deadline : October 4, 2025

    Benefits

  • PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
  • Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays
  • Health and Dental Insurance (employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP)
  • Life Insurance, STD / LTD
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • FSA / DFSA / HSA flexible benefit plans
  • Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement

    • We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees value most.

    Equal Opportunity

    Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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