Who are We?
We are thinkers. We connect dots among unrelated things to see what others don't. We believe that the future is here whether we're ready for it or not. Toffler Associates is a future-focused strategic advisory firm that works with both government and commercial clients. Our Future Proof® business consulting approach helps global leaders understand how future shifts impact current decisions, so they can take advantage of opportunities, manage risk, and create future value. We give clients the tools to anticipate the future, identify opportunities for transformation, create innovative alternatives, define vision and develop strategies, and understand future consequences.
Who are You?
Do you have insatiable curiosity? Do you devour books, podcasts, magazines, and videos to stay abreast of the latest technical or societal trends? Are you always imagining "what if..."? Do you enjoy bringing your creative ideas to your clients to help them solve issues of the future? If so, please read on!
Toffler Associates is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist with a strong Project Management background to join our growing team working with a Department of Defense client. In this role, you will be an engagement leader in our Security and Resiliency practice, where you will support and shape senior government/executive leadership strategy objectives. You will be the bridge between advanced technical experts and the alignment of mission objectives leveraging your practical policy decisions and outcomes experience. Your contributions will be an integral part in developing, presenting, and implementing organizational and technological cybersecurity solutions as well as cyber risk management strategies using your expertise in cyber, analytics, and systems engineering. If you are interested in driving your skills to the next level, diving into a wide range of interesting topics, and are a self-starter with curiosity to go above and beyond what is asked, we encourage you to apply!
Your impact will include:
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Supporting client engagements on teams of 2-4 people to ensure quality successful delivery to our clients
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Applying Toffler Associates frameworks to organize insights as it relates to the needs of the clients
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Utilize investigative experience, security domain knowledge, and cybersecurity engineering skills to support complex, enterprise-wide cybersecurity solutions for Federal clients.
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Analyze data obtained from enterprise level cybersecurity engagements, correlate information from multiple sources, identify trends, and pinpoint actionable vulnerabilities to recommend risk based and cost-effective mitigations.
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Design and implement technical solutions across standard cyber operations, including early threat detection, effective monitoring of platforms and scenarios, and enhancement of technical capabilities and scenario engineering.
You'll arrive equipped with:
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7+ years of experience and bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Policy, or a related field.
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In depth knowledge of cyber risk management and government policies and familiar with NIST RMF, NIST CSF, DoD 8500, CNSSI Instructions, Cybersecurity Executive Orders, NIST SP 800 Series, and NISPOM.
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Strong expertise in developing security architectures and integrating systems for enterprise infrastructures and operational environments and applying cybersecurity capabilities across on premises, cloud, and edge environments.
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Extensive understanding of cyber threats, attack vectors, methods, attacks, and countermeasures along with knowledge of threat-based frameworks, such as MITRE ATT&CK.
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Understanding of integrating multiple cybersecurity capabilities, such as ICAM, CDS, and endpoint security.
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Expertise in one or more cybersecurity capability areas (Resilient Architectures & Mission Assurance, Applied Resiliency Solutions, Threat Informed Resiliency, or Strategic Resiliency Research)
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Ability to commute regularly within the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and travel out-of-town within the US (up to 20%)
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U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a DOD Security Clearance (the nature of our work with the federal government limits our hiring to U.S. citizens)
Additional Credit:
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively in dynamic and complex environments, engaging with senior client leadership to resolve complex technical and programmatic issues.
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Experience working with senior government officials and coordinating interagency efforts.
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In depth knowledge of National, Intelligence Community, and DoD cybersecurity policies and guidelines.
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Expertise in cyber threat intelligence and other cybersecurity areas, including adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
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Certification in CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, or NCSF.
We'll equip you with:
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A boutique feel and collaborative workspace
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A team that values diversity of experience and thought
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An environment that is unconditionally inclusive across race, gender, identity, religion, sexual orientation, and the many characteristics that make us all unique
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A network that understands the importance of existing relationships and the creation of new ones
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Rewarding and meaningful work, with flexibility and balance
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Competitive compensation and outstanding benefits
Toffler Associates, Inc. is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. Toffler Associates, Inc. complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
