Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field, Minimum of 5 years in information security, DoD Approved 8570 IAM Level III certifications preferred, Master’s degree in a related field (desired), Familiarity with military or government operations (desired).

Key responsabilities:

Support DAF in new technology assessments

Research, evaluate, and implement policies for new technologies

Provide recommendations for technology integration into DAF IT systems

Assess and implement cybersecurity requirements based on regulations

Support AF Cybersecurity Technical Analysis and RMF implementation

Job description

Description

As a Vision, Mission, and Driven company, VMD has been delivering information technology solutions to the Federal government in Agile Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Critical Infrastructure Protection since 2002. Our mission has now expanded, and we have merged with Xcelerate Solutions to revolutionize end-to-end enterprise security. Together we are committed to protecting our nation’s citizens, critical infrastructure, and resources.

Why Join VMD Corp?

At VMD, now a part of Xcelerate Solutions, you have the opportunity to thrive in your career and become a Game Changer. The quality and talent of our people is what drives our success. We embrace an employee-first culture and make it a priority to provide professional development opportunities that foster career growth.

We help protect American Citizens and the nation’s most critical infrastructure by working alongside our customers and delivering game changing solutions to strengthen their missions. We believe our passion and commitment to achieve our customers' goals and solve their most critical challenges defines who we are. We don’t just dream big, we act on it – through teamwork, dedication, and resilience.

Learn more about VMD culture here: VMD Culture

About the Mission You Will Join:
Support the Department of the Air Force (DAF) in assessing and making recommendations regarding new technology insertion requirements of all DAF Systems. Utilizing cloud technologies is an example of current initiative driven by changes in technology. Current priorities for future initiatives include efforts related to cloud, mobility, artificial intelligence, and modern software coding capability development and “as a service” (aaS) effort.

Your Impact to the Mission:
Position Summary: The selected candidate will support the Department of the Air Force (DAF) in utilizing Risk Management Framework (RMF) to assess and make recommendations on technology insertion into the DAF IT systems driven by changes in technology. Areas of interest include cloud, mobility, artificial intelligence, and modern software coding capability development.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide required support to effectively research, evaluate, develop policy and guidance related to, and/or implement new technologies across the DAF enterprise.
Support and effectively research, evaluate, acquire, develop policy and guidance for, and implement artificial intelligence as well as new technologies across the Air Force enterprise.
Provide recommendations on the integration of new technology into the Air Force Enterprise based on research, analyses, risk assessment and review of concepts, commercial best practices, staff packages and other applicable reports.
Support AF Cybersecurity Technical Analysis - Data Analytics, Robotics Process Automation Risk Management Framework (RMF) Implementation
Ensure the framework is relevant for every size, sector, and type of organization.

Support Services:

Assess and implement higher-level cybersecurity requirements including federal laws, regulations, Presidential, OMB, and DoD directives.

Experience Needed to Be Successful:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security or a related role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and frameworks.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Familiarity with military or government operations.

Basic Qualifiers:

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree? No
Required Certification(s): DoD Approved 8570 IAM Level III certifications (Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), and/or Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)) preferred.
Desired Certifications: PMP
Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5
Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field: 5
Minimum Clearance to Start: Secret Clearance
Work Status Allowable: US Citizen

The Type of Person That Will Excel:

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Travel and Telecommuting:

Travel: Some (between 10-25%)
Telecommute Options: Hybrid Remote. In office daily for first 90 days with the possibility of a minimum of 2 days per week in office dependent on client requirements and leadership determination
VMD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable Federal, state and local laws. VMD maintains a drug-free workplace.

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