Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$174k–$210k/yr
The Program Director will lead and oversee a Cybersecurity/Security Operations Center (SOC) program, ensuring the delivery of mission-critical cybersecurity services, adherence to SLAs, and alignment with evolving threat…
Skills: Program Management, Cybersecurity Operations, SOC Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$174k–$210k/yr
The Sr. Program Director III will lead and oversee a Cybersecurity/Security Operations Center (SOC) program, ensuring the delivery of mission-critical cybersecurity services, adherence to SLAs, and alignment with evolvin…
Skills: Cybersecurity Program Management, SOC Operations, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Incident Response
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
$136k–$187k/yr
Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. Thi…
Skills: Software Quality Assurance, Release Validation, SaaS, Java, End-to-End Testing
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY The Contract Manager is responsible for the overall management, direction, and performance of security operations under the contract. This position ensures compliance with all contractual, regulatory, an…
Skills: Contract Management, Security Operations, Personnel Management, Client Relations, Quality Assurance
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Kearney is seeking an IT Risk Consulting Manager to join our growing consulting practice. This role is responsible for partnering with federal clients to strengthen IT governance, improve technology risk management, mode…
Skills: IT Governance, Technology Risk Management, Internal Control Environments, IT General Controls (ITGCs), Business Process Application Controls (BPACs)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Description Hudson Institute is seeking interns looking to gain experience in research focused on future warfare dynamics and assessment of military decision-making through wargames, models, and simulations. This intern …
Skills: Web-based Application Development, Modeling And Simulation, Wargaming, Research, Analysis
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$21/hr
What is Flex A Flex Security Officer role is a great opportunity for someone who wants flexibility, variety, and control over their schedule. As a part-time team member, you have the freedom to choose when you work—pick …
Skills: Access Control, Patrolling, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Time Management
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Eligible for 20% pay differential** Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the …
Skills: Data Analysis, Records Management, Asset Forfeiture, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Eligible for 20% pay differential** Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the …
Skills: Data Analysis, Records Management, Asset Forfeiture, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
About Us When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture. The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical …
Skills: Systems Engineering, Technical Integration, Digital Engineering, Cyber-Aware System Design, Requirements Development
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$43/hr–$56/hr
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties…
Skills: Database Applications, GIS Applications, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Blueprint Reading
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$21/hr
Description Bouldering Project’s mission is to foster meaningful human connection with the most inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We care deeply about humans. We’re driven by the pursuit o…
Skills: Youth Instruction, Class Facilitation, Customer Service, Risk Mitigation, First Aid
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Remote OK
SAIC is seeking qualified external candidates to support the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Acquisition & Ordering System (AOS) program. The GSA FAS AOS task order will deliver op…
Skills: DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering, AWS, Sybase ASE, Okta
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Remote OK
Analyst1 is an industry-leading cybersecurity solution provider that specializes in advanced threat intelligence. Automated data ingestion and investigations transform security operations through superior threat analysis…
Skills: Cyber Intelligence, Technical Leadership, Linux/Unix, PostgreSQL, Network Troubleshooting
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Remote OK
$130k–$170k/yr
About Virtru: While the rest of the security industry obsesses over locking data down to prevent it from being lost or stolen, we're doing something fundamentally different at Virtru. We're setting data free so that you …
Skills: GRC Analysis, Risk Assessment, CMMC Compliance, FedRAMP, SOC 2
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Description ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, …
Skills: Customer Service, Crisis Intervention, De-escalation, Conflict Resolution, First Aid
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
$174k–$239k/yr
Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. Thi…
Skills: Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, Cloud Automation, Terraform, Python
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Global Dimensions is a HUBZone-certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. We are a dynamic and growing organization delivering mission-critical solutions …
Skills: Operations Research, Intelligence Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Financial Analysis
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Overview: Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information …
Skills: Force Development, PPBE, DoD Acquisition Processes, JCIDS, DOTMLPF-P
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$27/hr
Trademasters Service, an award winning federal contractor, has over 30 years of industry experience and offers complete facility operations management, maintenance and repairs to millions of square feet of premium govern…
Skills: Supervisory leadership, Commercial cleaning, Bilingual English and Spanish, Microsoft Office, Staff training
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Lead and oversee a Cybersecurity/SOC program, ensuring the delivery of mission-critical services and alignment with evolving threat landscapes. Manage stakeholder relationships, lead high-performing teams, and translate business requirements into technical operational solutions.
Requires an active TS/SCI security clearance, PMP certification, and a bachelor's degree in a technical field. Candidates need 8+ years of experience in program management with a focus on Agile cybersecurity or SOC initiatives for federal clients.
The Program Director will lead and oversee a Cybersecurity/Security Operations Center (SOC) program, ensuring the delivery of mission-critical cybersecurity services, adherence to SLAs, and alignment with evolving threat landscapes. They will drive strategic planning, team leadership, and program execution while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and advancing innovative, high-impact security solutions.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
MetroStar offers a competitive base salary and a robust performance-based incentive program designed to reward successful executive search outcomes, strategic leadership hires, university recruiting success, and military transition program conversions.
The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
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Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
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