Cybersecurity Lead
Location: Washington, DC
Company: RIVA Solutions Inc
Category: Other
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Title: Cybersecurity Lead
Location: Washington, DC - Onsite
Terms: Full-time
Clearance: Must pass NTIA background investigation (U.S. Citizenship required)
Travel: Minimal; <10% anticipated
Location: Washington, DC - Onsite
Terms: Full-time
Clearance: Must pass NTIA background investigation (U.S. Citizenship required)
Travel: Minimal; <10% anticipated
RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.
That’s RIVA. Our employee-first approach has manifested a culture that attracts the best and brightest. By investing in people first and providing a flexible work environment, our employees have higher morale, higher productivity rates, and lower turnover. At RIVA, people are our #1 priority.
That’s RIVA. Our employee-first approach has manifested a culture that attracts the best and brightest. By investing in people first and providing a flexible work environment, our employees have higher morale, higher productivity rates, and lower turnover. At RIVA, people are our #1 priority.
Program Overview:
RIVA Solutions is supporting the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division to deliver mission-critical IT modernization and cybersecurity services. This effort focuses on enhancing the security, reliability, and efficiency of NTIA’s infrastructure, driving forward their mission of advancing broadband access, data-driven policymaking, and secure communications through modern digital tools and compliance with federal standards.
RIVA Solutions is supporting the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division to deliver mission-critical IT modernization and cybersecurity services. This effort focuses on enhancing the security, reliability, and efficiency of NTIA’s infrastructure, driving forward their mission of advancing broadband access, data-driven policymaking, and secure communications through modern digital tools and compliance with federal standards.
Position Overview:
RIVA Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Lead to serve as the senior technical authority for all cybersecurity efforts under the NTIA ISCOM program. The Cybersecurity Lead will oversee security architecture, risk management, compliance with federal frameworks, and provide expert guidance on authorization processes, ensuring a proactive security posture across NTIA systems and infrastructure.
RIVA Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Lead to serve as the senior technical authority for all cybersecurity efforts under the NTIA ISCOM program. The Cybersecurity Lead will oversee security architecture, risk management, compliance with federal frameworks, and provide expert guidance on authorization processes, ensuring a proactive security posture across NTIA systems and infrastructure.
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead all contract cybersecurity activities, including RMF processes and ongoing authorization and assessment support.
- Serve as the primary security advisor to the government, coordinating closely with the NTIA CISO and system owners.
- Ensure compliance with federal standards such as FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, and NTIA security policies.
- Conduct system security risk assessments and lead the creation of Security Authorization Packages.
- Guide development and execution of Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
- Oversee implementation of security controls, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability management.
- Support the preparation of ATO documentation and provide input for briefings and audits.
- Lead response efforts for incidents, audits, and cyber compliance evaluations.
- Provide training and mentorship to junior cybersecurity staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT Security or Cybersecurity roles, with increasing responsibility.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Must pass NTIA background investigation (Tier 2 MBI).
- Experience with NIST RMF, FISMA, and continuous monitoring.
- Demonstrated experience supporting ATO efforts and security engineering.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with executive and technical stakeholders.
- Must hold one of the following (or equivalent):
- CISSP
- CISM
- GIAC certification in Security Engineering
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related discipline.
- Experience with federal IT systems within the Department of Commerce or similar agencies.
- Familiarity with cloud security and FedRAMP environments.
Salary: Up to $170,000 depending on experience
RIVA Benefits:
- Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
- Long- and Short-term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program Initiatives
- Additional Perks & Workplace Benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement:
RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email accommodations@rivasolutionsinc.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email accommodations@rivasolutionsinc.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.