Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert

The Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides expert-level cybersecurity knowledge and support within regulated environments. This role requires deep experience in cybersecurity principles, execution of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and secure operation of modern, high-level data center and cloud environments.

• Serve as a cybersecurity subject matter expert supporting activities aligned with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Apply cybersecurity expertise to environments requiring secure, modern data center and cloud infrastructure operations.
• Support cybersecurity compliance and assurance activities throughout the lifecycle of the contract.
• Ensure continuity of cybersecurity expertise by providing required documentation when role transitions occur.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the cybersecurity field.
• Demonstrated experience executing the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• One of the following education/certification pathways:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5 years of cybersecurity and RMF experience, or
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification with 5 years of experience in cybersecurity and RMF.

Cloud and Infrastructure Certifications

Candidates must possess one or more certifications in cloud or infrastructure disciplines that validate the ability to support modern, high-level data center environments, including:

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) – Cloud Platform and Infrastructure
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) in Red Hat OpenStack
• Other cloud certifications that validate eligibility to support modern data center environments

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• Possess the ability to fulfill any and all office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifteen (15) pounds.
• May require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May work prolonged or irregular hours.
• Frequent local travel; occasional statewide or out-of-state travel.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Exposure to general office conditions while conducting office duties.

About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.