Cyber Liaison Officer (CYBERLO) (Part-Time) at ARETUM Holdings LLC – Bethesda, Maryland

Active Top-Secret Clearance Required

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

The Cyber Liaison Officer (CYBERLO) plays a key role in facilitating communication and collaboration among stakeholders to support cybersecurity initiatives. This position ensures the effective integration and alignment of cyber defense strategies across organizational and operational frameworks.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.

• Serve as a Theater-level cyber integration SME between the COCA, AOC, ASOC, JACCE, and operational components.
• Provide cyber liaison support to AOC divisions, including Strategy, ISR Division, Combat Plans Division, and Current Ops Division.
• Develop and coordinate cyber effects planning, integration strategies, and command and control initiatives for both kinetic and non-kinetic operations.
• Advise on the integration of cyber capabilities into operational assessments, COA development, AOD, ATO, SPINS, ROE, and MAAP planning processes.
• Support execution of joint exercises through the design of cyber-related MSELs, cyber injects, and participation in After Action Reviews (AARs).
• Coordinate cyber planning and operational alignment using AOC tools, including TBMCS, and Mission Command Systems used by the U.S. Army.
• Facilitate communication and planning between Air Force cyber teams and supported Theater-level components.
• Interface with General Officers, command-level planners, and senior staff to provide strategic and operational cyber guidance and integration support.
• Provide senior mentorship and oversight as a CYBERLO Senior Controller when assigned forward or during joint exercises.

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI with SAP/STO eligibility or ICD 704 (formerly DCID 6/4) compliant
• Bachelor’s degree required
• 6+ years of CYBERLO experience
• Minimum 1 year as a CYBERLO Senior Controller
• 3+ years of experience working in or with Theater AOC, ASOG, ASOS, or JACCE
• Experience as a cyber operations officer, planner, instructor, or mentor
• 3+ years in joint cyber planning roles (J-2, AOC, ASOC, ASOG, or similar)
• AFFOR MAJCOM Staff experience in the cyber community required
• Experience participating in 2 or more joint Theater-level exercises in a cyber planning, operations, or liaison role

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred
• In-residence Intermediate Level Education (PME) preferred

Travel Requirements

This is an onsite position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be as much as 25% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and therefore requires an active Top-Secret clearance.