Cloud Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert at Plateau Software Inc – Fairfax, Virginia

**Location**: Remote with secure access

**Clearance Requirement**: Tier 5 Favorable Adjudication

**Certification**: One of CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCSA, FITSP-M, etc. (Required)

About Plateau Group

Plateau Group supports federal s with advanced cybersecurity expertise tailored to cloud-native environments. Our cybersecurity SMEs bring decades of experience protecting sensitive systems and data across the defense ecosystem. We lead efforts in RMF compliance, vulnerability management, threat detection, and Zero Trust implementation for high-impact programs.

Position Summary

The CC SME will provide strategic cybersecurity oversight for ’s AWS GovCloud infrastructure, ensuring end-to-end compliance with federal and DoD mandates. This expert will lead initiatives involving risk mitigation, system hardening, defensive cyber operations, and advanced threat detection.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, assess, and maintain cybersecurity controls across cloud systems
• Ensure RMF, STIG, NIST SP 800-53, and FISMA compliance
• Manage vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and incident response
• Advise on integration of AI/ML-based cyber defense tools
• Support ATO processes and continuous monitoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in cloud cybersecurity and risk management
• In-depth knowledge of RMF, STIGs, SCAP, and defensive cyber ops
• Certification in CISSP, CISM, GCSA, etc.
• Experience with DoD cyber operations and remediation planning (preferred)

Plateau does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to Plateau or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency.

EOE Statement:

Plateau is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, gender identification, sex, sexual orientation, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, parental status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Plateau is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (M/F/Disability/Vets)