Zero Trust Policy & Governance Specialist

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OVERVIEW:

The Information Technology Policy & Governance Specialist provides expert governance policy and compliance support to the CIOs Zero Trust (ZT) and Cyber Security programs. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining enterprise IT policies governance frameworks and oversight mechanisms that ensure Zero Trust principles are institutionalized across the IT enterprise. The Specialist works closely with leadership engineers and mission stakeholders to align IT governance with federal DoD and Intelligence Community directives enabling secure modernization and compliance.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Policy Development & Governance
  • Develop modify and implement comprehensive IT governance frameworks aligned with Zero Trust strategies and CIO objectives.
  • Create and document IT governance policies standards and SOPs that reflect regulatory requirements mission needs and risk management strategies.
  • Support governance bodies steering committees and working groups to establish cross-organizational consensus on Zero Trust policy.
  • Monitor evolving federal DoD and IC cybersecurity requirements and ensure governance frameworks remain current.
• Strategic Planning & Alignment
  • Contribute to Zero Trust adoption frameworks roadmaps and maturity models.
  • Measure and report progress toward end-state Zero Trust capabilities providing recommendations for improvement.
  • Align IT governance policies with broader DIA CIO initiatives including RMF CMMC ICAM and data-centric security.
• Assessment & Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to enhance IT governance processes increase efficiency and reduce risk exposure.
  • Provide oversight and input on risk mitigation strategies within the governance framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Federal cybersecurity policy DoD Zero Trust Strategy NIST SP 800-207 and IT governance frameworks.
• Policy writing governance framework development and executive briefing.
• Strong analytical and regulatory interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in MS365/MS Office and collaboration tools (Word PowerPoint SharePoint).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to foster collaboration and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality products under deadlines.
• Ability to link Zero Trust adoption to mission outcomes and compliance objectives.
• Ability to build consensus across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple governance initiatives in a complex environment.
• Masters degree in Cybersecurity Policy Information Systems Policy or related discipline (or an additional 6 years of experience).
• 12 years of experience in IT governance policy development or enterprise risk management in federal or DoD environments.
• Demonstrated experience integrating Zero Trust principles into governance and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead policy working groups and align diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to Pass CI Poly.

CLEARANCE:

• Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility

Pueo is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex national origin disability age sexual orientation gender identity genetic information or protected veteran status. Pueo takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities women protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Experience:

IC