Description

Markon is seeking a senior-level Business Process Consultant with deep cybersecurity expertise to provide governance, preparedness, and response guidance in support of mission-critical operations. This role partners closely with leadership and operational stakeholders to strengthen cybersecurity posture, drive strategic alignment, and support the annual update of the directorate cybersecurity strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity governance, policy alignment, and risk management best practices.
• Support organizational cyber preparedness and response planning, including advising on response processes and operational readiness.
• Assist with the annual cybersecurity strategy update, including collecting inputs, aligning priorities, tracking initiatives, and documenting strategic outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve cybersecurity-related business processes and ensure consistency across the directorate.
• Develop and deliver briefings, strategy documentation, and supporting materials for leadership and mission stakeholders.
• Identify gaps, recommend improvements, and support implementation of governance and compliance processes.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
• 8+ years of relevant experience supporting cybersecurity governance, preparedness, incident response planning, or related cybersecurity mission efforts.
• Senior-level cybersecurity expertise (certifications preferred) with strong knowledge of governance frameworks, operational security practices, and response concepts.
• Proven ability to advise leadership and communicate clearly across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting strategy development, process improvement, and organizational planning efforts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent)
• Experience supporting directorate-level or enterprise cybersecurity initiatives
• Background in developing strategic roadmaps, KPIs, or governance metrics

Salary Range

USD $180,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays