Cybersecurity Specialist (TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to support the Air Force, enabling intelligence analysts to securely leverage cutting-edge technologies. This role bridges strategic intent with execution, ensuring cross-functional teams deliver mission-aligned capabilities on time. The ideal candidate will provide program management, cybersecurity expertise. This is a hybrid role requiring 2 days onsite in San Antonio, TX or Washington, D.C. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies.
• Provide strategic guidance on Zero Trust Architecture implementation.
• Develop and recommend cybersecurity risk management policies aligned with DoD, IC, and AF standards.
• Consult on continuous monitoring solutions using NIST SP 800-137 and related frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and improve cybersecurity posture.
• Advise on the design and operation of Security Operations Centers (SOCs) for both legacy and cloud environments.
• Evaluate and recommend enterprise cybersecurity tools for AF IC mission systems.
• Produce decision support products, executive briefings, and policy documentation.
• Support governance and portfolio management to enhance program accountability.
• Lead development of WBS, OBS, schedules, and milestone tracking for major initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, translating vision into actionable plans.

Required Skills & Experience

• Deep knowledge of NIST RMF (800-37), 800-53, 800-137, 800-207, CNSSI, ICDs, DIA guidance, and DoD STIGs.
• Experience conducting security audits, threat intelligence analysis, and compliance assessments.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and real-time threat detection.
• Strong background in strategic communications and tools like SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, and Mattermost.
• Proven ability to lead PPBE processes, develop budgets, and track execution.
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with DoD, IC, and Air Force organizational structures.
• Executive communication and briefing skills
• Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving
• Leadership and team management
• Flexibility, adaptability, and situational awareness
• Strong organizational and task management
• Risk assessment and decision support

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $125,000-160,000 **depending on experience** 
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays