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POSITION:
Cloud & Cyber Security Program Protection Specialist - TECH#735
JOB CATEGORY:
Cloud & Cyber Security
INDUSTRY:
Information Technology (IT)
LOCATION:
Springfield, VA
Relocation Expense Provided
JOB LINK: https://www.careers-page.com/executive-human-resource-service/job/7XVW4YV3
SALARY: $100K - $180K - Based on Experience
BENEFITS:
Full Benefits
QUALIFICATIONS:
Although, Individual are encouraged to apply, the Ideal candidate with the following experience will only be considered.
Requirements for Security Program Protection Specialist
Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Security Management, or a related discipline
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience supporting Information Security, Program Protection, Research Security, or National Security programs
- Demonstrated experience developing, managing, and implementing security programs supporting Research & Development organizations
Preferred Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. in Cyber Security, Information Assurance, Engineering, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, National Security, or related field
- Experience supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community research organizations
- Experience protecting emerging cloud technologies and advanced cyber capabilities
- Professional security certifications such as:
- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
- Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC)
- Security Program Integration Professional Certificate (SPIPC)
- Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
- CISSP
- CISM
- Security+
Research & Technology Protection (RTP)
- Program Protection Planning (PPP)
- Security Risk Management
- Security Classification Management
- Critical Program Information (CPI)
- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- Experience conducting enterprise security risk assessments for advanced research initiatives
- Experience protecting classified and sensitive government technologies throughout the acquisition and development lifecycle
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles supporting classified cloud and hybrid computing environments
- Experience supporting security compliance within Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) organizations
- Ability to prepare technical security documentation, assessments, reports, and executive briefings
- Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, engineers, researchers, intelligence professionals, and government customers
Working Knowledge of:
- DoDI 5200.01 Information Security Program
- DoDI 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- Intelligence Community (IC) Markings Guide
- DoDI 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents
- DoDI 5200.39 Critical Program Information (CPI)
- DoDI 5000.83 Technology and Program Protection
- DoD Technology and Program Protection Guidebook
- Export Control Regulations
- ITAR/EAR Compliance
- Operations Security (OPSEC)
- Security Classification Guidance Development
- Industrial Security
- Counter-intelligence Awareness
Security Clearance
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance**
- SCI Eligibility Required**
- Willingness to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
Must be US Citizen or Authorized to Work in the United States
SKILLS:
Skills and Abilities Required for Security Program Protection Specialist
Technical Skills
- Cloud Security
- Cybersecurity Risk Management
- Program Protection Planning (PPP)
- Research & Technology Protection (RTP)
- Information Assurance
- Security Classification Management
- Security Risk Assessments
- Critical Program Information (CPI)
- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- Threat Intelligence Analysis
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Technology Protection
- Security Architecture
- Counter-intelligence Support
- Operations Security (OPSEC)
- Supply Chain Risk Management
- Export Control Compliance
- ITAR/EAR Compliance
- Business Intelligence (BI)
- Social Network Analysis
- Security Documentation Development
- Intelligence Community Security Policies
- Classified Information Handling
- Program Security Management
- Cloud Risk Assessments
CAREER OPPORTUNITY:
is a leading provider of human resource solutions to organizations of all sizes. We specialize in providing customized Executive Staffing, and Recruiting, Services to help businesses achieve their goals and objectives. We are privileged to present an exciting opportunity with a technology solutions company specializing in high-end security solutions for large-scale enterprises. Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud & Cyber Security Program Protection Specialist to support highly sensitive Research & Development (R&D) initiatives focused on protecting critical national security technologies, classified information, and emerging capabilities throughout the entire program lifecycle.
Career Opportunity For Security Program Protection Specialist
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud & Cyber Security Program Protection Specialist to join our clients team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud and cyber security, as well as experience in program protection and risk management. This is a full-time, permanent position with excellent benefits and growth opportunities.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join an elite security organization supporting some of the nation's most advanced research and technology development programs. The selected individual will have the opportunity to influence the protection of next-generation technologies while partnering with senior government leaders, researchers, engineers, intelligence professionals, and acquisition teams.
This highly visible position serves as a trusted security advisor responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies that protect classified, controlled unclassified, and proprietary information from concept development through operational transition. The successful candidate will work closely with research teams, engineering organizations, intelligence partners, and government stakeholders to identify security risks, assess vulnerabilities, establish classification guidance, and implement program protection strategies that safeguard mission-critical technologies.
This role requires a strategic security professional with extensive experience in Program Protection Planning (PPP), Research & Technology Protection (RTP), Information Security, Counterintelligence awareness, and Risk Management wiithin highly classified government environments.
- Develop and implement cloud and cyber security strategies, policies, and procedures to protect the organization's data and systems
- Monitor and assess the organization's cloud and cyber security posture, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation strategies
- Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data and systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure cloud-based solutions and services
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in cloud and cyber security, and make recommendations for continuous improvement - Provide training and support to employees on security awareness and best practices
- Participate in incident response and resolution efforts, including conducting forensic investigations and implementing remediation plans.
If you are passionate about protecting national security assets, mitigating cyber and program risks, and ensuring the secure development of innovative technologies, this position offers an exciting and rewarding career path with significant impact across defense and intelligence missions.
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Senior Level Security Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level security program manager job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have owned complex security programs end to end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating that you have set program direction, managed risk at the organizational level, and led cross-functional teams will carry far more weight than credentials alone. Certifications like CISSP or PMP strengthen a profile, but tangible outcomes and scope of ownership are what differentiate candidates at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level security program managers?
Companies hiring senior level security program managers right now include eClerx, QTS, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises, government contractors, and technology companies with mature security programs that require experienced leaders to drive them.
Are there remote senior level security program manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and program sensitivity. About 53% of senior level security program manager openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's cross-functional, coordination-heavy nature. Roles tied to classified programs or hands-on infrastructure tend to require on-site presence, while those focused on governance, risk, and compliance programs are more likely to offer flexibility.
What makes a security program manager role senior level?
Senior level security program manager roles are defined by ownership and scope. At this stage, you are accountable for full program lifecycle decisions, not individual workstreams. That means setting security program strategy, managing risk and compliance at the organizational level, influencing executive stakeholders, and mentoring junior program managers. The expectation is that you drive outcomes independently rather than execute under close direction.
Which industries hire the most senior level security program managers?
Senior Level security program manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate complex, regulated environments where security program leadership directly affects compliance obligations, customer trust, and organizational risk posture.