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A Security Consultant within Cyber Strategy & Risk specializes in implementing security solutions for clients and stakeholders, while addressing security, regulatory, risk, and compliance issues. They maintain a current understanding of industry trends and hold multiple certifications in key cyber security areas. As a trusted advisor, they lead in identifying risks and developing mitigation plans, and define business-driven security strategies and roadmaps. This role requires a professional who can effectively communicate and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of security initiatives and the achievement of business objectives.

Votre rôle et vos responsabilités

The Risk/Mission Assurance Control Systems Cybersecurity Consultant will apply mid-tier technical expertise to support mission mapping and prioritization efforts across the Department of the Air Force Civil Engineer’s critical infrastructure. This role involves developing and executing risk-based strategies to identify, assess, and prioritize cyber vulnerabilities in OT/ICS environments, and partnering with operational teams and leadership to translate findings into actionable mitigation plans. The consultant will prepare and present concise reports and briefings, facilitate cross-functional workshops, and ensure alignment with NIST CSF, DoD guidance, and Air Force policies—all while leveraging emerging AI and data-analysis tools to enhance mission assurance.


  • Mission Mapping & Prioritization (25%) Lead system- and mission-mapping activities to align OT/ICS cybersecurity strategies with critical mission requirements.
  • Risk Assessment & Analysis (25%) Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments of SCADA, ICS, and related OT environments, quantifying mission impact.
  • Strategic Briefings & Reporting (20%) Develop and deliver clear, concise reports and executive briefings on risk findings and mitigation recommendations.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration (15%) Facilitate cross-functional workshops and working sessions to plan and prioritize risk-mitigation actions.
  • Compliance & Governance (15%) Ensure all cybersecurity activities adhere to NIST CSF, DoD instructions, Air Force policies, and mission-assurance standards.
Formation requise
Licence
Expertise professionnelle et technique requise
  • Risk Management & Mission Assurance – 3+ years implementing NIST RMF and mission-assurance methodologies in DoD or civilian critical-infrastructure contexts
  • OT/ICS Cybersecurity – 3+ years securing SCADA, ICS, and other operational-technology systems
  • Vulnerability Prioritization & Mission Mapping – 3+ years developing risk-based frameworks that align cyber vulnerabilities to mission impact
  • Strategic Briefing & Communication – 3+ years delivering technical reports and briefings to mid‐ and senior-level stakeholders
  • Cybersecurity Governance & Compliance – 3+ years ensuring conformance with NIST CSF, DoD instructions, and Air Force policies
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Facilitation – 3+ years leading workshops and working sessions to plan risk mitigation
  • Project Management – 3+ years coordinating schedules, deliverables, and cross-team efforts in cybersecurity projects
  • Technical Analysis & Reporting – 3+ years conducting risk assessments and translating technical data into actionable recommendations
  • AI & Data Analytics in Cybersecurity – 1+ years applying machine-learning or AI tools to support vulnerability detection and prioritization
  • Collaboration & Teamwork – 3+ years working effectively across engineering, operations, and leadership teams
  • Must have Secret Clearance
Expertise professionnelle et technique préférée
  • MRT-C Mission Mapping & Prioritization – Hands-on experience applying the MRT-C framework to align cyber risks with mission workflows
  • Data Fusion & Analysis – Leveraging MARMS, MADSS, SMADS, AFCAMS, CRMT, Dagger, or similar tools to aggregate and analyze multi-source cyber/mission data
  • Supply Chain Risk Management – Evaluating vendor/component vulnerabilities and integrating supply-chain considerations into overall risk posture
  • eMASS / Asset Management – Managing assets, controls, and evidence in eMASS or equivalent GRC systems
  • Risk Quantification & Dependency Mapping – Translating vulnerability findings into business/mission-impact metrics and mapping “what supports what”
  • Assessment Gap Analysis – Identifying blind spots in current assessment scopes and recommending coverage extensions
  • Mitigation Prioritization & Redirecting – Tying mitigation actions to prioritized risks and re-allocating resources as mission needs evolve
  • AI-Enabled Cyber Risk Tools – Applying AI/ML-based risk-management platforms to enhance detection, forecasting, and “digital twin” simulations
  • Data Collection & Reporting Automation – Designing scripts or workflows (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible) to streamline data gathering and dashboard generation

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IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

  • Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
  • Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
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  • Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year. 

This position is eligible for participation in an IBM Sales Incentive plan. Actual incentive opportunity will be based on performance and the eligible Target Incentive, as addressed in the applicable plan, all of which is subject to change. The compensation range listed for this position is the IBM Reference Salary that is used when you are not actively participating in a sales plan. Your actual base pay plus incentive opportunity will be determined by the Incentive Plan assigned to you.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

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