Junior Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) bei Makwa Global, LLC

Description

The Junior Cyber SME will support the execution of cybersecurity compliance and accreditation processes under the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) for USSOCOM PEO-FW systems. Working alongside senior cyber engineers and program managers, this position assists in developing and maintaining required artifacts, supporting system assessments, and ensuring compliance with DoD and USSOCOM cybersecurity standards. This role is on-site with up to 25% travel to support program reviews, site inspections, and test events.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining RMF documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and other accreditation artifacts.
• Provide support for system security categorization, control selection, and security control assessments (SCAs) under DoDI 8510.01.
• Work within the eMASS system to enter, track, and update cybersecurity      compliance data.
• Support the implementation and validation of STIGs, vulnerability scans (ACAS), and HBSS compliance checks.
• Assist in continuous monitoring activities, tracking remediation actions, and preparing for system reviews.
• Participate in program meetings, reviews, and travel to support site visits, testing, and integration events (up to 25%).
• Collaborate with system engineers, software developers, and senior cyber-SMEs to ensure cybersecurity is integrated into the acquisition and engineering lifecycle.
• Contribute to the preparation of materials for ATO/ATC packages and      accreditation reviews.
• Stay      current on DoD cybersecurity policy, NIST controls, and emerging cyber      threats impacting aviation systems.

Requirements

• Active      Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligibility preferred).
• Bachelor’s      degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related      field.
• 2–5      years of cybersecurity or IT security experience, preferably      supporting DoD programs.
• Familiarity      with RMF, NIST SP 800-53, DoDI 8510.01, and DoD cybersecurity      compliance requirements.
• Hands-on      experience with cybersecurity tools such as eMASS, ACAS, HBSS, or SIEM      tools preferred.
• DoD      8570.01-M baseline certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CAP, CISSP      (Associate)) required or able to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong      written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft and      maintain cybersecurity documentation.
• Willingness      to travel up to 25% to support test events, integration labs, and      program reviews.

Impact

The Junior Cyber SME will play a vital role in ensuring PEO-FW programs achieve and sustain cybersecurity compliance while supporting mission-critical aircraft and systems. This position provides a growth path into senior cyber leadership roles while directly contributing to the warfighter’s mission readiness.