Enterprise Cybersecurity Lead

The United States Space Systems Command (SSC) is seeking an Enterprise Cybersecurity Lead to support SYD 85/BNA in Colorado Springs, CO (onsite). In this role, you will set enterprise cybersecurity strategy, architecture, and risk posture for a complex, multi-level antenna services branch network across unclassified and highly classified environments.

This is a full-time, permanent position in the Competitive Service (NH 4) with salary ranging from USD 129,096 to 197,200 per year. The position is mission essential (ME), classified as Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk, and requires Top-Secret / SCI clearance and handling of sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations.

What you’ll focus on

• Direct the enterprise cybersecurity strategy, architecture, and risk posture for the antenna services branch.
• Serve as the senior technical authority for securing a complex, multi-level system-of-systems network.
• Oversee security implementation and compliance for the unified antenna enterprise across unclassified and highly classified (TS//SAP//SCI) operational environments.
• Lead strategy and implementation for Multi-Level Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), hardware-based cryptographic enclaves, and secure data transfers across differing classification levels.
• Coordinate with external cyber authorizing bodies and major Space Force commands to support DoD zero-trust architectures and continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) within the software development pipeline.
• Evaluate and mitigate systemic cyber risks during sustainment and transition of legacy systems, and during incubation and integration of advanced rapid-prototype technologies into production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related STEM discipline, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree (master’s degree preferred).
• Hands-on experience conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and technical due diligence on external commercial and government systems.
• Strong analytical skills to balance stringent security controls with mission-critical operational timelines.
• Significant experience with Microsoft Office tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top-Secret / SCI security clearance.
• Ability to handle and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
• May be subject to TDY of approximately 15 days per year.
• Attainment of appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity baseline certificate(s) applicable to cybersecurity functions for the position held.
• Designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• Per DoDI 3020-42, locally or command designated as Mission Essential (ME).
• Meets administrative exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.206).
• Duties meet requirements as a category 4 designation and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization.

Tools and technologies

• Microsoft Office Excel
• Microsoft Office PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Word

Benefits and employment details

• PCS and incentives funding is available and may be offered.
• Relocation expenses reimbursed, if eligible under agency policy.
• Telework eligible: Yes, as determined by agency policy (situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM “Unscheduled Telework”).
• Travel: 25% or less; travel may be expected.

Additional employment conditions may include travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft and possible overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. The position includes drug testing and requires a national security background check. Work schedule is full-time and appointment type is Permanent.

Required documents

• Resume (maximum two pages; font size not smaller than 10 pts) including personal information; education; paid/unpaid work experience with detailed duties and accomplishments; employer details; supervisor name and phone number; starting and ending dates; hours per week; salary if applicable; and other qualifications.
• College transcripts (if applicable).
• If relying on education, provide only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

How to apply

Do not email applications. Apply via the Direct Hire submission link. It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify uploaded information is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.