Amentum is looking for a CyberSecurity Project Manager to support Program Offices within Department of Defense Strategic Systems Programs (SSP).  The Cyber PM will support non-enterprise information systems of large-scaled programs of record (POR), as well as multiple Science and Technology (S&T) programs.  The Cyber PM will provide direct support to the Program Office Technical Lead onsite at NSWC Crane and will be expected to travel regularly to Strategic Program HQ or Field Activities.  This position will provide technical and program management support to one or more SSP programs and Program Offices, as directed.

SSP Cyber PMs are accountable for overall cost, including cybersecurity funding, schedule, and performance reporting for the Information System (IS). The PM ensures that the security requirements are integrated in a way that will result in an acceptable level of risk to the operational infrastructure as documented in the approval package.

Specifically, the Cyber PM must:

• Assign security prioritization category for non-enterprise systems. 
• Identify and integrate cybersecurity requirements in the design, acquisition, installation, operation, upgrade, or replacement of assigned IS. 
• Ensure cybersecurity requirements are addressed and visible in program budgets and contracts.
• Ensure acquisition of IA or IA-enabled products meets federal and DoD guidelines. 
• In coordination with the ISSM, establish the user requirements, access approval process, and special handling and protection requirements of IS. 
• Ensure all IS operate per its cybersecurity policies and procedures. 
• Establish and maintain a formal system risk management program. 
• Ensure IS have completed an authorization process (i.e., RMF, CSSE) prior to operation. 
• Ensure IS configurations implement and maintain best security engineering practices, including compliance with applicable Federal, DoD, DON, and SSP standards. 
• Maintain regulatory compliance including FISMA. 
• Assign the ISSM and User Representative (UR) for the system. 
• PMs must include requirements for the protection of, and access to, classified information and CUI, and monitoring contractors for compliance in SSP contracts.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Coordinating with the ISSO, ISSE, and other stakeholders to ensure the system's security is in alignment with the Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF)..
• Manage across the portfolio by reaching out and interfacing with multiple programs.
• Handle Critical Program Information (CPI) in compliance with SSP Regulations.
• Develop recommendations to prime contractors and to Program Offices for large-scale or service specific pilot projects.
• Support the Program Office Technical Lead as needed identifying issues and action items and participating in PM discussions.
• Provide customer interactions with Program Offices and associated contractors/subcontractors.  Customer interactions will be a combination of teleconferences and on-site meetings.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the stakeholders, including SSP representatives and contractors/subcontractors through assessments, subject matter expert input to proposals, technical interchange meetings,  
•    status teleconferences, email correspondence, and other meetings as required.
• Support development of technical presentations and provide comments on the technical content.
• Evaluate performer deliverables and presentations. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification
• Ability to collaborate with large and highly competent technical teams.
• Strategic high-level thinking
• Ability/experience with planning an initiative involving large-scale, networked systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance (Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance)
• Willing and able to travel 40% or more.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Graduate degree in Cybersecurity, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification
• Active Top Secret Clearance
   

       

Compensation Details:

140,000-155,000 annually

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

02/09/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

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