Cybersecurity Lead at Plateau Software Inc

Fairfax, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cybersecurity Strategy, Network Security, Cloud Security Architecture, Incident Response, Data Protection, Threat Mitigation, Vulnerability Management, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Big Data Ecosystems, AI/ML Security, Encryption, Data Masking, Anonymization, DLP

Industry

Software Development

Description

Description About Plateau Software, Inc. Plateau Software, Inc. is a mission-driven technology consulting firm delivering innovative, secure, and scalable solutions to federal and commercial clients. We specialize in modern application development, systems integration, and IT modernization, helping organizations solve complex challenges through technical excellence and collaborative partnership. Our team is committed to quality, integrity, and delivering measurable results. Position Overview Plateau is seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Lead to oversee the protection of mission-critical systems, cloud environments, and advanced data platforms. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership in safeguarding enterprise infrastructure, big data ecosystems, and AI/ML solutions within secure federal environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in network security, cloud security architecture, incident response, and data protection strategies. This individual will lead proactive threat mitigation efforts while ensuring compliance, resilience, and continuous improvement across the cybersecurity lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity strategies Oversee network security, threat detection, and vulnerability management programs Secure cloud environments across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and related big data services Implement robust data protection controls, including encryption, masking, anonymization, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Ensure the security of large-scale data systems and AI/ML models Lead incident response efforts from detection and analysis through containment, recovery, and post-incident reporting Collaborate with technical and executive stakeholders to mitigate risk and strengthen security posture Requirements Required Qualifications & Expertise Strong background in network security architecture and threat management In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles and secure configuration of AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments Experience securing big data platforms and AI/ML model deployments Proficiency in data encryption, masking, anonymization, and DLP technologies Proven success managing full lifecycle security incident response Experience implementing security controls aligned with federal compliance and best practices Required Certifications Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) CompTIA Cloud+ Why Join Plateau? At Plateau, you will play a pivotal role in protecting critical federal systems while working alongside expert technologists in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. We value integrity, technical excellence, and leaders who take ownership of securing the future of digital transformation. 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. Plateau is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation, please email the Plateau HR Department at hrteam@plateauinc.com Plateau is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (M/F/Disability/Vets)

Responsibilities

This role involves leading the design and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity strategies, overseeing network security, threat detection, and vulnerability management programs across various platforms. The Lead will also be responsible for securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and large-scale data systems, including AI/ML models.