CIO Cybersecurity Advisor (DoD SME) at Allegheny Science & Technology

• Job Location Alexandria, VA
• Seniority Executive
• Type Full-time

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Description

Allegheny Science & Technology (AST) is seeking an accomplished CIO Cybersecurity Advisor (DoD SME) to provide strategic IT and Cybersecurity leadership support to the Department of Defense Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) mission.

This position is onsite in Alexandria, Virginia and requires an Active Top Secret clearance for consideration .

This role ensures full compliance with DoD CIO, DISA, and U.S.

Cyber Command directives by leading enterprise-level certification and authorization (C&A/A&A) activities, overseeing implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and advising Authorizing Officials (AOs) and senior stakeholders on cyber posture, risk decisions, and IT governance.

The ideal candidate is a recognized DoD Cybersecurity leader with deep knowledge of risk management evolution (DITSCAP - DIACAP - RMF), hands-on ATO package development, and experience serving at the Service Headquarters or equivalent agency level.

Duties & Responsibilities: Serve as the principal cybersecurity advisor and CIO-level strategist supporting MC&FP IT and mission systems.

Lead enterprise-level Certification & Accreditation / Assessment & Authorization (C&A/A&A) activities and RMF implementation.

Provide authoritative guidance to the Authorizing Official (AO) and executive leadership on system accreditation, risk posture, and mitigation strategies.