Cybersecurity Program Manager

This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.

SkyePoint Decisions is seeking a Cybersecurity Program Manager for our Department of Education's (DoED) Federal Student Aid (FSA) Cybersecurity and Privacy Support Services (CPSS) contract in Washington, DC. This person will lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity initiatives and ensure compliance with federal regulations. This role is critical in maintaining a strong security posture and achieving IRS audit readiness.

The Cybersecurity Program Manager will:

• Drive strategic cybersecurity programs aligned with federal mandates, including FISMA, NIST SP 800-series, and IRS-specific IT security requirements.
• Oversee governance, risk management, and compliance efforts across the organization.
• Act as a trusted advisor, balancing technical expertise with business acumen to deliver secure and compliant solutions.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in program management with financial accountability.
• Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks and audit processes.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think strategically and execute effectively.

This is a remote position, but candidate needs to be within commuting distance of our Dulles VA office for onsite meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Provide program management, risk management, and data analytics support for current and planned cyber security projects.
• Responsible for all contract activities for a Cyber Security related program.
• Set policies and procedures, technical standards and methods, and priorities.
• Coordinates the management of all work performed on tasks under the contract.
• Coordinates the efforts of subcontractors, team members, and vendors.
• Acts as the central point of contact with the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer's Representative, and other client officials.
• Exercises full authority to act for the company in the performance of the required work and services.
• Works independently, or under the general direction of senior level company management, on all phases of performance including contract management, project/task order management, coordination of resource needs, coordination with corporate resources and management.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a relevant degree.
• 10+ years of program management experience analyzing highly complex cybersecurity and network issues performing oversight and control of teams in a cybersecurity environment.
• Must be able to obtain a DoED Level 6 High Risk/Public Trust Security Clearance
• Must have an active PMP certification.
• Good familiarity with and understanding of all relevant government and agency policies and procedures to ensure system documentation is compliant with relevant guidelines (e.g., FedRAMP, RMF, FISMA, FIPS-II, NIST).
• Experience with enterprise IT systems, cloud systems and network security.
• Ability to manage a team of IT consultants and communicate findings with customers.
• Extensive knowledge of project management tasks within the network security sector.
• Skilled in all facets of managing complex programs (i.e., Leadership, Technical Expertise, Effective Communications, Hands-On Cybersecurity experience, Collaboration skills, and experience working under pressure in highly dynamic and fast paced environments).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CISSP
• M.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity.
• Active Public Trust clearance.
• DoED FSA experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of IRS IT Security Roles and Responsibilities.
• Familiarity with Treasury Incident Response Plans, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Federal Information Security Controls.
• Experience supporting IRS audits or similar federal compliance reviews.

Compensation:

Salary Range: TBD

The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.

Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.