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Subject Matter Expert/Cybersecurity Coordinator (Need from tristate) Crownsville, MD As a Subject Matter Expert/Local Cybersecurity Coordinator, your mission is to enhance cybersecurity resilience across local units of government. Core responsibilities include: Duties/Responsibilities: Assessment and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive assessments of local networks, cybersecurity architecture, tools, policies, and plans. Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in existing security measures. Analyze risk factors and prioritize areas for improvement. Remediation and Enhancement: Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate vulnerabilities and strengthen security posture. Draft and refine cybersecurity policies, best practices, and implementation plans. Recommend effective security solutions tailored to each local unit of governments needs. Training and Capacity Building: Provide training on cybersecurity topics Foster knowledge sharing and skill development within organizations. Reporting and Risk Assessment: Prepare detailed reports for leadership, highlighting findings, risks, and recommended actions including prioritization of recommendations. Translate technical assessments into actionable insights for decision-makers. Advise on strategic paths forward to mitigate risks effectively. Collaboration and Communication: Establish strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies and organizations. Facilitate communication between technical experts and leadership. Act as a bridge, ensuring alignment between technical requirements and organizational goals. Education: Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. (Years of demonstrated experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree). General Experience: Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Experience working with and presenting to senior leadership and executives. Strong communication skills to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and effectively report findings. Ability to travel to jurisdictions within Maryland. Specialized Experience: Proven experience of at least five (5) years as a Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Manager, Cyber Analyst, or similar role in cybersecurity. Knowledge of cybersecurity solutions and other common security technologies. Experience performing security maturity and system assessments in alignment with NIST Standard. Preferred Qualifications: Graduate degree in cyber security or related area of expertise. Preference for candidates with relevant professional certifications.