Cyber Operations Specialist
ICF
Arlington, Virginia
Full-Time
$89,649
RemoteSenior
ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our cybersecurity analysts and experts work to protect the functions and missions that are vital to our people, government, and military through proactive planning and strong public-private partnerships.
ICF is seeking a Cyber Operations Specialist for a program responsible for ensuring critical infrastructure protection and resilience through effective collaboration between federal, private sector, and academic entities.
The Cyber Operations Specialist will support process development to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of internal and external planning. They will also support internal operational coordination across the cybersecurity elements of this client as threats and events unfold.
What You Will Be Doing:
Carry out complex assignments and activities, collaborating at all levels throughout the client agency while frequently reporting to the Section Chief on progress and accomplishments.
Help develop processes used for internal and external planning and collaboration
Participate in efforts to increase the understanding of and communications about evolving cybersecurity situations and communications.
Coordinate with colleagues and internal partners to ensure all parties are aligned on actions and expectations.
Basic Qualifications:
Active high-level security clearance required
U.S. Citizenship required by federal contract
3+ years of experience providing operational support to a government program and using that experience to develop procedures and processes
Additional Skills:
Experience with cybersecurity concepts, policies, and procedures
Experience supporting a government agency in an onsite or hybrid position
Experience working across government and other organizations to meet goals and objectives and the organization
Expertise in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree
Experience supporting DHS programs or initiatives
Strong technical writing skills
Demonstrated customer service orientation with strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$89,649.00 - $152,404.00Virginia Client Office (VA88)