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Cybersecurity Project ManagerSpecial Aerospace Security Services, Inc. • Washington, DC, United States
Cybersecurity Project Manager

Cybersecurity Project Manager

Special Aerospace Security Services, Inc. • Washington, DC, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary

Special Aerospace Security Services, Inc. (SASSI) is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) based in the Northern Virginia area. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Project Manager to provide leadership and direct oversight on a government contract and its associated Task Orders. This position plays a central role in contract execution, customer engagement, and team management. The PM serves as the primary point of contact with the customer and is directly accountable for all contract obligations, project milestones, and overall team performance.

This role requires active, hands-on management. The PM is expected to maintain consistent and direct engagement with both the government customer and internal teams.

Project Manager (PM) Responsibilities

The PM is the primary point of contact with the customer and is responsible for overseeing all contractual obligations, project milestones, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Customer and Contract Management

  • Serve as the lead representative and primary face of SASSI to the government customer team, ensuring a consistent, professional, and responsive presence.
  • Act as the primary liaison with government customers, Contracting Officers, and the contractor team, ensuring clear and consistent communication across all levels.
  • Represent the program in all customer-facing meetings and briefings, maintaining strong relationships and open channels of communication.
  • Ensure full compliance with the contract and Task Order requirements, directives, and deliverables.
  • Prepare and deliver weekly briefings to senior government leadership, providing updates on contract performance, risk assessments, policy implementation, and overall program health.

Project Planning and Execution

  • Lead the planning, initiation, and execution of all contract efforts, including the development and implementation of Task Order-specific Project Plans.
  • Facilitate contract and Task Order Kick-Off Meetings; develop agendas and ensure documentation of outcomes.
  • Oversee the full project lifecycle, from initial planning through closeout, ensuring alignment with contractual timelines, milestones, and objectives.
  • Monitor progress against project schedules, identify dependencies and risks, and adjust plans as needed to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Supervise and track the execution of all assigned project tasks and milestones.
  • Communication and Coordination

  • Maintain routine communication with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and other stakeholders to provide performance updates and respond to evolving requirements.
  • Lead internal team meetings to ensure alignment across teams, address emerging issues, and keep deliverables on track.
  • Coordinate the flow of project information and reports between technical teams, executive leadership, and customer stakeholders.
  • Submit accurate and timely status reports, including monthly updates and ad hoc reporting as required.
  • Personnel and Resource Management

  • Monitor staffing levels and personnel qualifications to ensure appropriate coverage across all Task Orders.
  • Provide leadership and accountability across all contractor personnel, including Team Leads and subcontractors, to ensure high performance and adherence to contractual and policy requirements.
  • Support recruiting efforts as needed, including participation in interviews, candidate evaluation, and onboarding coordination.
  • Promptly address performance or attendance concerns and engage Human Resources as appropriate.
  • Maintain appropriate documentation and reporting related to personnel management in accordance with company policies.
  • Program Oversight and Governance

  • Align project execution with the broader strategic goals of senior government leadership, offering insights and recommendations that support effective, cost-conscious delivery.
  • Identify and leverage synergies across related projects; manage potential conflicts and dependencies proactively.
  • Support technical oversight and supervision of project efforts to meet operational goals and quality standards.
  • Coordinate on-ramp and off-ramp activities for new and transitioning projects, including all associated planning and scheduling on behalf of the PMO.
  • Basic Qualifications

    Citizenship & Clearance

  • U.S. Citizen
  • Active Secret clearance (minimum)
  • Experience

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Cybersecurity
  • 5+ years of experience leading cybersecurity teams or projects
  • 3+ years of experience supporting Federal Government contracts
  • 3+ years of experience in cyber risk management
  • 1-3 years of hands-on experience applying NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Technical Competencies

  • Experience with vulnerability assessment and use of common cybersecurity tools
  • Proficient in Information Security, Compliance, Data Loss Prevention, Technology Operations, and / or Data Protection
  • Strong working knowledge of networking, server environments, and general IT infrastructure
  • Solid understanding of security governance, compliance, and risk management principles
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct security control assessments and compliance evaluations
  • Frameworks & Standards

  • Familiarity with key cybersecurity frameworks and regulations including :
  • NIST, ISO, COBIT, SIG, CCM, SOC-2, FAIR, HITRUST, PCI, and GDPR

    Leadership & Program Management

  • Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams and subcontractors
  • Experience managing complex projects within large or matrixed organizations
  • Skilled in presenting strategic vision and project updates to senior executives and technical stakeholders
  • Project Execution & Communication

  • Effective at independently managing project tasks, timelines, and meetings
  • Proficient in conducting and facilitating meetings, organizing conference calls, and delivering executive briefings
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including :
  • Executive-level reporting

  • Development of RMF documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, ATO packages)
  • Policy writing and cyber risk assessment reporting
  • Desired Tools & Technologies

    Security & Compliance Platforms

  • eMASS, RSA Archer, Xacta (Governance, Risk, and Compliance tools)
  • DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks (Configuration standards and hardening guides)
  • Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing

  • Nessus, Metasploit, Wireshark, Nmap, RedSeal
  • Service Management & Collaboration

  • ServiceNow (ITSM platform)
  • Microsoft Teams (Collaboration and communication)
  • Job Type : Full-Time

    Regular / Temporary : Regular

    Exempt : Yes

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