Senior Cybersecurity and Cloud Specialist

Salary: $170000 - 184000 per year Requirements: Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or Information Security, or relevant experience equivalent to 12 years Ability to lead discussions and support CISO decisions effectively Proven experience as a SOC lead or Senior Team member with managed security service providers (MSSP) Strong background in incident response (IR), incident handling (IH), and vulnerability management (VM) Expertise in evaluating current cybersecurity tactics and their impact on security configurations Demonstrated skills in providing cybersecurity hygiene and posture assessments Experience in incident response support and conducting forensics analysis Proficient in log-based and endpoint-based threat detection strategies Solid knowledge of security implementation techniques in web services and cloud platforms (Azure, M365) Familiarity with securing web technologies and conducting evaluations using commercial or open-source tools Near expertise in executing continuous monitoring and remediation programs using various security tools Strong understanding of security operation center (SOC) principles and incident management practices Ability to promote best security practices while collaborating with different teams Must be able to obtain an EEOC Public Trust clearance Preferred certifications: CISSP, OSCP, GCIH, GPEN, GSEC, GCIA, among others Responsibilities: Act as Lead Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) and oversee Cybersecurity Operations (SECOPS) Contribute to the Agencys IT Security Program and manage SECOPS activities Advise and assist the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on cybersecurity developments and emerging threats Support the development and introduction of agency-level cybersecurity policies and procedural documentation Lead the Cybersecurity Operations cell, influencing critical agency operations impacting the mission Manage incident handling and response efforts, ensuring timely execution of security measures Facilitate and coordinate cybersecurity operations to support the Information Security Program Provide accurate reporting on Security Operations Center (SOC) metrics and recommend improvements Serve as the advisory authority on threat, vulnerability, and configuration management Equip agency staff with threat product recommendations and insights on attack trends Collaborate with technical teams to foster the adoption of security best practices Technologies: Azure Cloud Support Security Web Java Network Oracle Ruby SQL More: At GovCIO, we are dedicated to transforming government IT by delivering innovative services that enhance the operations of agencies and their ability to serve citizens. We believe that our impact relies on talented individuals who are eager to contribute to meaningful work. Our hybrid position as a Sr. Cyber/Cloud Security Specialist allows for flexibility, mostly remote with occasional onsite responsibilities at the EEOC HQ in Washington, DC. We offer an array of benefits tailored to support our employees professional growth and personal well-being, including a learning and development platform, referral bonuses, and a flexible work environment. Join us to be part of a culture that values its employees and continuously improves the employee experience. last updated 28 week of 2026