Cybersecurity Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Foxhole Technology Inc

, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

205000.0

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cybersecurity, Automation, Risk Management Framework, Compliance, Scripting, Orchestration, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Management, Governance, Security Controls, OSCAL, Training, Documentation, NIST, DoD

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

Overview Title: Cybersecurity Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) Location: Washington D.C. (Hybrid) Clearance: Top Secret with SCI Eligibility Foxhole Technology provides robust cybersecurity and IT support capabilities for federal civilian and defense agencies. A recognized leader in navigating technology and security challenges, Foxhole delivers mission-focused innovations to answer evolving and complex needs. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable services and solutions that solve operational gaps, operate critical systems, and protect and secure the enterprise – across the organization and around the world. We are seeking a talented Cybersecurity Automation Subject Matter Expert with deep experience in the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF) process to modernize and streamline cybersecurity compliance. Job Description The Cybersecurity Automation SME will engineer and implement automated solutions that accelerate Assessment & Authorization (A&A), strengthen control validation, and improve evidence management. This role requires a blend of technical automation expertise, cybersecurity compliance knowledge, and experience with the DoD RMF. Provide subject matter expertise in the development and deployment of automated RMF security control assessment, informing authorization, and continuous monitoring processes. Develop, integrate, and maintain automated workflows for evidence collection, control validation, and reporting. Leverage scripting, orchestration, and DevSecOps pipelines to embed compliance and security checks. Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, assessors, system owners, and other stakeholders to align automation solutions with mission needs. Integrate automated testing tools (e.g., vulnerability scanners, configuration management tools) into RMF packages. Provide subject matter expertise on leveraging OSCAL (Open Security Controls Assessment Language) and other machine-readable compliance frameworks. Deliver training, documentation, and guidance to program teams on automated RMF practices. Stay current and provide feedback and recommendations on DoD cybersecurity policies, NIST updates, and emerging compliance automation technologies. Minimum Requirements TS/SCI security clearance required. Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. 15+ years of experience in DoD cybersecurity compliance, assessment, or risk management. Hands-on expertise with RMF processes, NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 controls, and DoD RMF [DoDI 8510.01]. Experience developing automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, Ansible, or similar scripting/orchestration tools. Familiarity with continuous monitoring and automated compliance reporting. DoD 8570.01-M certification (e.g., CISSP, CAP, Security+ CE). Ability to work on-site 1-4 days a week. Desired Experience/Certifications Experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC tools) (e.g., eMASS, Archer, Xacta) and their automation/integration. Knowledge of OSCAL and machine-readable RMF artifacts. Experience with DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Background in vulnerability management, STIG compliance, or automated security testing. More Information At Foxhole Technology, we are committed to pay transparency as required by law, for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $185,000-205,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors as permitted by law. Foxhole Technology offers a competitive benefits package for our employees and their dependents, including health, dental, and vision care, paid leave, retirement plans (401K, Roth, and ESOP), life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and education and training assistance. Requirements of position: Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions. Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others. May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise. Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected class.

Responsibilities

The Cybersecurity Automation SME will engineer and implement automated solutions to enhance cybersecurity compliance and streamline processes. This includes developing automated workflows for evidence collection and collaborating with various stakeholders.