Cybersecurity Strategist
ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our cybersecurity analysts and experts work to protect the functions and missions that are vital to our people, government, and military through proactive planning and strong public-private partnerships.
ICF is seeking a Cybersecurity Strategist for a program responsible for ensuring critical infrastructure protection and resilience through effective collaboration with the private sector.
The Cybersecurity Strategist will support strategic initiatives that are developed internally and externally to enhance critical infrastructure and the U.S. cyber ecosystem. They will also support stakeholder engagement, program management and event execution.
This position is a hybrid role and on-site work (2-3 days/week) will be conducted in Arlington, VA.
What You Will Be Doing:
Support project and program management for strategic collaboration initiatives with industry partners (e.g. developing and maintaining POAMs, project plans, etc.)
Support and contribute to engagement with industry partners, including email correspondence, meeting coordination, and in-person/virtual meetings
Support the identification and development of new strategic initiatives by maintaining awareness of client operational activities, trends and publications across the cybersecurity ecosystem, and key feedback and observations by industry partners
Develop and maintain operational plans and program management plans for strategic initiatives
Coordinate and facilitate joint cyber defense exercise and training events
Assist in developing incident response plans and procedures
Supporting information sharing initiatives to improve collaboration among stakeholders
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of operational plans and make recommendations for improvement
Coordinate with internal partners to ensure all parties are aligned on actions and expectations
Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify cyber threats and vulnerabilities
Basic Qualifications:
Active high level security clearance required
U.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for position)
Ability to travel for client events several times per year
5+ years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting DHS programs or initiatives
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
Professional and clear communicator with excellent writing and editing skills
Familiarity with project management approaches and concepts
Demonstrated customer service orientation with strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Additional Skills:
Working knowledge of operational planning strategies and doctrine
Technical certifications or skills (e.g. CompTIA Security+, CISSP, etc.)
Familiarity with relevant national incident response and coordination policies and relevant structures
Experience supporting a government agency in an onsite or hybrid position
Experience working across government and private sector organizations to meet goals and objectives
Expertise in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$107,936.00 - $183,491.00Virginia Client Office (VA88)
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Join ICF as a Cybersecurity Strategist and become a critical player in the realm of national security! Based in Arlington, VA, this role is designed for individuals passionate about enhancing the resilience of our nation's critical infrastructure. At ICF, our team is dedicated to advancing the missions vital to our government, military, and broader society. As a Cybersecurity Strategist, your expert input will drive strategic initiatives aimed at fortifying the U.S. cyber ecosystem. You'll engage with industry partners to develop and execute operational plans, assist in incident response protocols, and coordinate impactful cyber defense exercises and training events. Collaboration is key, and you’ll liaise effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders to assess and address cyber threats. You'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work structure, with 2-3 days spent onsite in Arlington. We’re searching for someone with at least 5 years of experience, a high-level security clearance, and a genuine passion for cybersecurity best practices. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to meaningful initiatives, we want to hear from you!
ICF is a global advisory and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping clients take on some of the world’s most complex challenges to p...
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