Emerging Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Analyst

Company Summary

Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future. 

Position Overview

Arlo is in search of an Emerging Cyber Security Subject Matter Expert and Analyst to deliver consistent, responsive, and technical Cybersecurity analysis within the emerging cybersecurity landscape. The Emerging Cyber SME/AI Analyst will play a critical role within the Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) for the Office of the Secretary of Defense. This position is responsible for analyzing and advising on emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and opportunities, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence (AI), Zero Trust (ZT), data meshing, and other advanced technologies. The SME will work closely with internal leaders, directorates, and external subject matter experts to shape cybersecurity policy, craft impact assessments, and steer the organization towards resilient cyber practices.

Work Location

Primarily remote. Will be required to come into the office for specific meetings as needed. Candidates in the Washington DC Metropolitan preferred. Travel requirements less than 10%.

Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors

• Support the CDAO CIO with expert knowledge of emerging cyber threats, policies, and processes.
• Lead studies and assessments to identify gaps in the organizations cyber operations posture and recommend mitigations.
• Foster partnerships with stakeholders across the CDAO and develop action plans.
• Consultation with other SMEs: Engage with cybersecurity and technology SMEs across government and industry to assess emerging trends and potential threats in the evolving cyber landscape.
• Policy Development: Lead the drafting and refinement of cybersecurity policies, impact assessments, and strategic guidance documents that influence organizational capabilities and risk postures.
• Threat Analysis: Identify and analyze emerging cyber threats, including those related to zero trust, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. This includes reviewing Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), understanding evolving attack vectors, and anticipating future risks.
• Directorate Engagement: Collaborate with leaders from various OSD directorates to gather insights on cybersecurity challenges and provide recommendations tailored to the specific needs of their operations.
• Vendor and Technology Assessments: Attend meetings with vendors and review new cybersecurity technologies and solutions. Provide objective analysis and reports on the potential impact and value of these solutions to CDAO’s mission.
• Data Security and System Resilience: Contribute to discussions around advanced cybersecurity architectures, such as beyond zero trust models, data meshing, and system hardening against evolving cyber threats.
• Risk and Impact Assessment: Provide comprehensive assessments on how emerging cyber risks and technologies could affect OSD capabilities and operations, offering recommendations on mitigation strategies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with data scientists, AI engineers, and systems architects to develop a holistic understanding of the intersection between cybersecurity, AI, and data management.

Education and Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a current and active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree or Professional engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of combined Joint, Interagency, OSD, or Service Headquarters experience performing work related to task area.
• Minimum5 years of experience in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, systems engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with cybersecurity policy development and threat assessment, particularly in high-stakes government or military environments.
• Minimum 5 years of experience using communication skills, both written and oral, to include preparation of written products for senior leader (general officer/flag officer/senior executive service level).
• Ability to communicate complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a forward-thinking approach to emerging cyber threats.
• Must be comfortable in outward-facing roles, including presenting to senior leadership and participating in external vendor discussions.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited university/college.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles.
• Experience with systems engineering, logical reasoning, and technical risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with CVEs and ability to analyze their impact on systems and operations.
• Knowledge of advanced technologies such as AI, data meshing, and their intersection with cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with DoD systems and OSD operations.
• Understanding of data-centric security approaches such as data meshing.
• Awareness of the latest developments in AI and their implications on cybersecurity strategies.

AAP Statement

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.