Cyber SME III HHS GRC Governance Branch

Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Cyber SME III HHS GRC Governance Branch to support KDS and our government customer in Washington D.C. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The Cyber SME III HHS GRC Governance Branch will serve as a key resource on the contract, supporting strategic program operations and oversight functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills combined with deep cybersecurity expertise to help promote best practices, build partnerships, enhance communications, and improve oversight activities. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on critical national healthcare cybersecurity initiatives while working with senior stakeholders across the federal government. This is a supervisory position.

Strategic Program Operations:

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, memoranda, and guidance documents for the government customer.
• Stay abreast of new and existing federal security and privacy laws, executive orders, Binding Operational Directives, NIST publications, and industry best practices
• Coordinate the development, adjudication approval, and publication of cybersecurity documents with all required stakeholders
• Maintain comprehensive policy development processes including maintaining the Policy Lifecycle, documentation, Work Breakdown Structures, and tracking
• Lead teams in implementing and maintaining the security Governance Risk and Compliance (sGRC) Policy tool with accurate and current content
• Provide oversight of compliance with governance policy requirements through monthly meetings, developing compliance metrics and KPIs
• Facilitate and provide logistics support for HHS Operating Division and cross-governmental cybersecurity governance collaborations
• Support, track, and manage internal and external agency cybersecurity activities and related publications/policies
• Lead the development of comprehensive awareness communication materials for technical and non-technical personnel

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in project management
• Experience with federal government cybersecurity frameworks, particularly NIST and FISMA
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management at senior leadership levels
• Experience in preparing and delivering executive-level briefings and reports
• Knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance principles and practices in a federal environment
• PMP, CISSP, CISM, or related professional certifications

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong project management capabilities with experience managing complex cybersecurity initiatives
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and present complex data
• Expert knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, policies, and regulations
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance principles
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Experience in process improvement methodologies and operational effectiveness
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in creating executive-level reports, briefings, and presentations
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Knowledge of federal government operations and organizational structures

Security Requirement:

• Ability to obtain a Public Trust

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com .

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