Cybersecurity Lead

Business Technology Integrators (BTI), A Service -Disable Veteran Owned Small Business with over 25 years of experience delivering innovative IT Solutions to the Federal Government, is seeking a Cybersecurity Lead in support of Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) headquarters in Quantico VA.

Functional Responsibilities

The Cybersecurity Lead – Advanced serves as the senior-level authority for cybersecurity governance, risk management, and program oversight in support of MCRC. This role may act as a Program Manager (Advanced) or Security Controls Assessor (Advanced) and is responsible for ensuring compliance, security posture, and alignment with DoD and USMC policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage cybersecurity programs, initiatives, and assessments for MCRC IT systems.

• Serve as the Security Controls Assessor (SCA) for RMF/NIST compliance, conducting security assessments, testing controls, and documenting findings.

• Oversee risk management and mitigation efforts, ensuring timely remediation of vulnerabilities.

• Provide strategic guidance and technical leadership for program planning, system authorization, and cybersecurity governance .

• Coordinate with Program Managers, CORs, EDM/INS Leads, and other stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity alignment with enterprise architecture and mission requirements.

• Develop, review, and maintain System Security Plans (SSP), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Risk Assessments, and Security Assessment Reports .

• Ensure adherence to DISA STIGs, RMF/NIST standards, DoD/USMC policies, and federal cybersecurity regulations .

• Mentor junior cybersecurity personnel and provide oversight for technical teams.

• Prepare executive-level reports on program status, risk posture, and compliance metrics.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or related field.

• Master’s degree preferred for senior-level roles.

Minimum Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or IT governance.

• Experience leading cybersecurity programs or assessments in DoD/federal environments.

• Knowledge of RMF/NIST, DISA STIGs, DoD 8500-series policies, and federal cybersecurity requirements.

• Proven experience coordinating with senior leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams.

• Experience managing large-scale cybersecurity assessments, audits, and remediation efforts.

Required Certifications (one or more)

• CY101 (DoD Cybersecurity Fundamentals)

• Security X / CASP+

• CGRC / CAP

• DAWIA Program Management (Practitioner or Advanced)

• Certified Chief Executive Officer in Security (CCE)

• Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)

• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)

• CISSO (Certified Information Systems Security Officer)

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

• GIAC Certifications: GFACT, GSLC