Subject Matter Expert Jobs in Virginia
Subject Matter Expert jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense, federal contracting, cybersecurity, and intelligence sectors that define the Northern Virginia corridor, Hampton Roads, and the Richmond metro. Large, established employers such as Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and General Dynamics Information Technology maintain deep subject matter expert pipelines across the state, covering specialties from cybersecurity and systems engineering to policy analysis and intelligence tradecraft. Demand runs from junior technical advisors up to senior consultants with security clearances and program management credentials. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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JRAD is seeking candidates for an immediate-fill STIP Information System Security Officer (ISSO) position supporting the Transportation Security Administration. This position is a remote position however, candidates MUST live within commuting distance of Reagan National Airport (DCA) and the TSA System Integration Facility (TSIF).
Roles/Responsibilities:
The Cyber Security SME will provide engineering and cybersecurity support services for engineering analysis, Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) development, configuration control board, technical reviews of deliverables, and other technical documentation (cybersecurity meetings, conferences, and reviews). Provide Cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME) support for vendor coordination of Checkpoint Technologies (systems and equipment) Authorization to Operate (ATO). Provide the TSA’s Checkpoint Technologies Division (CTD) with cybersecurity SME support consistent with best practices for system security and threat reduction in accordance with Department of Homeland Security’s 17 Pillars of Cybersecurity Assurance as well as NIST, DOD and other guidance directed by the TSA customer. The Cyber Security SME shall make recommendations to improve technical designs and equipment implementations resulting in a robust, sustainable security position of CTD systems.
Required Skills and Education:
Candidate must possess the following:
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree (Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, or other related Science or Technology discipline) and 12 years of experience in cyber security / network security (Masters degree and 10 years of experience).
- CISSM is required (desire CISSP)
- Security +
- NIST 800-53
- FISMA Compliance
- Zero Trust
- Must have effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior TSA managers.
- SME level experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and obtaining ATOs for systems with varying levels of complexity.
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Key elements of support include:
- Ability to apply system engineering approach to develop and document technical requirements and strategies to support acquisition of Checkpoint related equipment and systems.
- Provide SME support for developing cybersecurity related input for Request for Information (RFIs), Statement of Work (SOWs), Statement of Objectives (SOOs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and other activities related to acquisition of material.
- Configuration Control Board (CCB) skills that includes conducting technical reviews of Developmental Engineering Proposals (DEPs) Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Request for Deviation (RFDs), and participation in TSA’s CCB process.
- Ability to provide cybersecurity SME support to review technical deliverables that include developing technical specification, requirements management, reviewing key system development and acquisition documents, and other technical/cybersecurity related documents.
- Ability to support meetings, conferences, and other EBSP program reviews. Attend and document minutes at TSE meetings.
- Must have the ability to assist with the development of standard operating procedures.
- Experience with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with security policies.
- Working knowledge of Cyber Security Assessment and Management (CSAM) tool.
- Strong understanding of Vulnerability & Patch management, including vulnerability identification, assessment, and remediation (Tenable Nessus tool).
Security Clearance:
Candidate must:
- DHS TSA SUITABILITY.
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
- Disability Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.
PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.
JRAD is seeking candidates for an immediate-fill STIP Information System Security Officer (ISSO) position supporting the Transportation Security Administration. This position is a remote position however, candidates MUST live within commuting distance of Reagan National Airport (DCA) and the TSA System Integration Facility (TSIF).
Roles/Responsibilities:
The Cyber Security SME will provide engineering and cybersecurity support services for engineering analysis, Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) development, configuration control board, technical reviews of deliverables, and other technical documentation (cybersecurity meetings, conferences, and reviews). Provide Cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME) support for vendor coordination of Checkpoint Technologies (systems and equipment) Authorization to Operate (ATO). Provide the TSA’s Checkpoint Technologies Division (CTD) with cybersecurity SME support consistent with best practices for system security and threat reduction in accordance with Department of Homeland Security’s 17 Pillars of Cybersecurity Assurance as well as NIST, DOD and other guidance directed by the TSA customer. The Cyber Security SME shall make recommendations to improve technical designs and equipment implementations resulting in a robust, sustainable security position of CTD systems.
Required Skills and Education:
Candidate must possess the following:
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree (Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, or other related Science or Technology discipline) and 12 years of experience in cyber security / network security (Masters degree and 10 years of experience).
- CISSM is required (desire CISSP)
- Security +
- NIST 800-53
- FISMA Compliance
- Zero Trust
- Must have effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior TSA managers.
- SME level experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and obtaining ATOs for systems with varying levels of complexity.
-
Key elements of support include:
- Ability to apply system engineering approach to develop and document technical requirements and strategies to support acquisition of Checkpoint related equipment and systems.
- Provide SME support for developing cybersecurity related input for Request for Information (RFIs), Statement of Work (SOWs), Statement of Objectives (SOOs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and other activities related to acquisition of material.
- Configuration Control Board (CCB) skills that includes conducting technical reviews of Developmental Engineering Proposals (DEPs) Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Request for Deviation (RFDs), and participation in TSA’s CCB process.
- Ability to provide cybersecurity SME support to review technical deliverables that include developing technical specification, requirements management, reviewing key system development and acquisition documents, and other technical/cybersecurity related documents.
- Ability to support meetings, conferences, and other EBSP program reviews. Attend and document minutes at TSE meetings.
- Must have the ability to assist with the development of standard operating procedures.
- Experience with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with security policies.
- Working knowledge of Cyber Security Assessment and Management (CSAM) tool.
- Strong understanding of Vulnerability & Patch management, including vulnerability identification, assessment, and remediation (Tenable Nessus tool).
Security Clearance:
Candidate must:
- DHS TSA SUITABILITY.
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
- Disability Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.
PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in subject matter expert jobs across Virginia.
- Active or clearable U.S. security clearance recognized by Virginia-based federal contractors
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in a directly relevant field such as engineering, IT, or policy
- Minimum five years of hands-on experience in the stated technical or programmatic discipline
- Demonstrated ability to produce written deliverables, briefings, and technical documentation
- Experience supporting federal government clients or Department of Defense programs
- Relevant professional certifications such as PMP, CISSP, or discipline-specific credentials
Subject Matter Expert Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a subject matter expert in Virginia?
Becoming a subject matter expert in Virginia typically requires an advanced degree in your field combined with deep, applied experience, often built through government contracting, federal agency work, or a specialized technical discipline. Virginia's defense and intelligence market places heavy weight on security clearances, which are adjudicated at the federal level through the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. Professional certifications such as CISSP, PMP, or discipline-specific credentials issued by recognized bodies further validate expertise for Virginia employers.
Which companies hire subject matter experts in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring subject matter experts in Virginia include Farfield Systems, Hatalom, and Credence, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies and defense prime contractors creates sustained, year-round demand for subject matter experts across technical, policy, and intelligence disciplines.
Which Virginia cities have the most subject matter expert jobs?
Arlington, McLean, and Norfolk lead Virginia in subject matter expert openings. Northern Virginia's proximity to the Pentagon, federal agencies in Washington D.C., and the dense cluster of defense prime contractors drives the largest share of roles, while Hampton Roads supports substantial demand through Naval Station Norfolk and associated defense programs, and Richmond draws openings through state government and technology services firms.
Are there remote subject matter expert jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields, because subject matter expert work is largely analytical, advisory, and documentation-based rather than hands-on. About 54% of subject matter expert openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though roles requiring an active security clearance often mandate on-site presence at cleared facilities. The most fully remote openings tend to be in policy analysis, curriculum development, and technical writing.
How can I get hired as a subject matter expert in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a junior analyst, research associate, or technical specialist role at a Virginia-based federal contractor and building documented expertise from there. Large Northern Virginia contractors such as Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos run new-graduate and associate programs that place candidates without prior industry experience into structured project teams. Starting in an adjacent role, such as systems analyst, intelligence analyst, or program coordinator, and earning a relevant certification like a CompTIA credential or a project management certificate, positions you to grow into a recognized subject matter expert title within a few years.
Where can I find and apply to subject matter expert jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to subject matter expert jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across defense, technology, policy, and other sectors. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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