Cyber Planner with Security Clearance

Job Title: Cyber Planner Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Planner to support mission-critical cybersecurity operations. This role requires expertise in developing, executing, and refining cyber plans, ensuring alignment with operational objectives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity readiness.
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Requirements:
Develop, maintain, and execute cybersecurity operational plans, strategies, and policies to support mission requirements.
Coordinate cyber operations planning efforts with internal teams, government agencies, and external stakeholders to enhance cyber resilience.
Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and threat modeling to proactively address cyber threats.
Support incident response planning and develop contingency plans for cyber incidents.
Utilize cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, DoD RMF, and MITRE ATT&CK to guide planning and execution.
Prepare and present briefings, white papers, and reports to leadership on cyber threats, response strategies, and operational planning.
Work with intelligence analysts and security teams to integrate threat intelligence into cyber planning activities.
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and best practices.
Support tabletop exercises and training programs to enhance cyber readiness. Job-Specific Minimum Requirements: Active Secret clearance.
Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country. This is an onsite position at a government facility.
Requires presence onsite five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
Participation in a rotational oncall schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
8 + years of experience in cyber operations, cybersecurity planning, or related fields.
At least 4 years must include technical writing, preferably related to security.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and risk management practices (e.g., NIST 80053, DoD RMF).
Experience with cyber incident response, threat analysis, and operational planning.
Proficiency in developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies and contingency plans.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to leadership. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Experience in DoD, DHS, or Intelligence Community (IC) cyber operations.
Certifications such as: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or PMP.
Familiarity with cyber wargaming, red teaming, and cyber defense exercises.
Experience with cloud security, network defense, or emerging cyber technologies.