Cybersecurity Strategist - Clearance Required

Position Overview ICF is a mission‑driven organization that protects critical infrastructure and the U.S. cyber ecosystem. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Strategist to support strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, program management, and event execution. The role is hybrid; work will be conducted on‑site in Arlington, VA, and the candidate must be located in the National Capital Region. What You Will Be Doing Support project and program management for strategic collaboration initiatives with industry partners. Engage with industry partners through email correspondence, meeting coordination, and in‑person or virtual meetings. Identify and develop new strategic initiatives by monitoring client operational activities, trends, and industry feedback. Develop and maintain operational plans and program management plans for strategic initiatives. Coordinate and facilitate joint cyber defense exercise and training events. Assist in developing incident response plans and procedures. Support information‑sharing initiatives to improve collaboration among stakeholders. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of operational plans and recommend improvements. Coordinate with internal partners to ensure alignment on actions and expectations. Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Basic Qualifications Active DOD security clearance required. U.S. citizenship required (required by federal government for the position). Ability to travel for client events several times per year. 5+ years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field strongly preferred (cybersecurity, information systems, etc.). Experience working as a consultant to a federal government client, ideally in a national security setting. Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including a high level of attention to detail. Familiarity with project management approaches and concepts. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Additional Skills Interest in applying knowledge of cybersecurity or IT concepts, policies, and procedures. Industry‑standard certifications are a plus (CompTIA Security+, CEH, etc.). Familiarity with relevant national incident response and coordination policies and structures. Experience supporting a federal government agency in an onsite or hybrid position. Experience working across government and private sector organizations to meet goals and objectives. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Teams, SharePoint) and familiarity with Confluence/Jira is a plus. EEO Statement ICF is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities or religious beliefs. #J-18808-Ljbffr