Cybersecurity PM at IMS Careers

About the role

IMS is seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Program Manager to provide leadership and program oversight for cybersecurity initiatives and ATO/RMF compliance efforts supporting US Federal Agencies. The candidate will work closely with both IMS and client stakeholders, delivering expert guidance to meet complex federal requirements and drive enterprise cybersecurity outcomes. This position is based in Washington, DC and requires physical presence downtown at the client site three days per week.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage multiple cybersecurity projects and programs, ensuring alignment with federal, departmental, and OCIO and OCFO security priorities.
• Oversee the Assessment & Authorization (A&A)/ATO process using the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), coordinating documentation, evidence collection, and submissions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between leadership, management and technical teams, cybersecurity and privacy operations, and stakeholders on all cybersecurity and compliance issues.
• Develop, document, and maintain project/program plans, status reports, and compliance roadmaps; report progress and escalating issues where necessary.
• Provide subject matter expertise in FISMA, NIST, and federal cybersecurity policy, translating regulatory guidance into actionable technical and programmatic steps.
• Review and guide technical teams on vulnerability management, system hardening, incident response, and threat monitoring for system operations.
• Mentor junior cybersecurity staff, facilitate knowledge sharing, and cultivate a culture of strong security and compliance across the program.
• Coordinate and lead cybersecurity readiness meetings, ATO working groups, and cross-functional response efforts, both virtually and in-person.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of current and emerging cyber threats to ensure the ongoing resilience and protection of government IT assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or IT-related field.
• Minimum 8 years of cybersecurity program/project management experience, with 5+ years supporting federal government agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise with NIST RMF, ATO processes, FISMA, and federal cybersecurity compliance.
• Prior experience supporting ATOs for large, complex federal financial or high-value IT systems is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal financial operations at cabinet-level agencies.
• Knowledge of technical deployments and operations in mainframe, on-prem, hybrid and gov cloud environments.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism; able to brief senior executives, technical teams, and stakeholders with clarity.
• Must be able to be present on-site in Washington, DC three days per week (hybrid remote/onsite).
• US Citizen eligible for holding Public Trust clearance.
• PMP certified preferred

What we offer:

In addition to a rewarding career, IMS offers a wide range of benefits to its employees, including:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Integrated Management Strategies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for the employment process, please email your request to [email protected]

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The salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary rate for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including, scope, complexity, and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate, and other conditions of employment.

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