Cyber Fleet Liaison

Cyber Fleet Liaison

LOCATION: Washington DC

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret (Top Secret preferred)

CERTIFICATION: DoD 8140 IAT Level II

TRAVEL: Periodic travel to fleet and field sites

SALARY RANGE: Estimated $90,000 - $130,000 USD annually*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Cyber Fleet Liaison located at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. The Cyber Fleet Liaison will provide technical and operational support to the PEO IWS D Cyber Lead, serving as a key interface between the program office and the Fleet. This position bridges the gap between system developers, cyber engineering teams, and end users to ensure effective communication, cyber awareness, and readiness support across deployed Integrated Warfare Systems. Work for this position is onsite at Washington Navy Yard a minimum of 4 days per week.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Active DoD Secret clearance, secret with ability to get TS level clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related discipline) or equivalent experience (5+ years)
• 3+ years of experience supporting Navy or DoD systems - preferably within PEO IWS, NAVSEA, or fleet operations.
• Strong understanding of Navy & DoD cybersecurity practices, directives, and fleet reporting mechanisms.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills; ability to translate technical cyber concepts into operational language.
• Familiarity with system sustainment, vulnerability management, and fleet support processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Familiarity with PEO IWS programs (e.g., Combat Systems, Sensors, or Ship Integration programs).
• Experience interfacing with TYCOMs, Fleet Cyber Command (FCC/C10F), or NAVIFOR.
• Working knowledge of Navy cybersecurity policy (e.g., DoDI 8500 series, SECNAV M-5239.2).
• Understanding of software lifecycle management and sustainment processes.
• Prior military or fleet experience (enlisted or officer) preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as primary liaison between PEO IWS D cyber leadership and Fleet operators for cyber-related issues, feedback, and readiness.
• Support the coordination and communication of cyber events, fleet reports, and emerging vulnerabilities impacting IWS systems.
• Track and assess cyber readiness and sustainment metrics for PEO IWS systems and platforms.
• Facilitate the collection and dissemination of cyber lessons learned, incident response insights, and fleet feedback.
• Assist in developing briefing materials, situational reports, and technical summaries for senior leadership.
• Support working groups, IPTs, and fleet engagement events focused on system cybersecurity, sustainment, and modernization.
• Provide technical awareness of cyber risk, software updates, and system patching timelines.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate operational impacts and fleet priorities.
• Assist with distribution to PEO IWS programs and obtain status for completion of cyber directives, fleet messages (e.g., NAVADMINs, FRAGOs), and related DoN cyber initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal communication and diplomacy skills.
• Self-starter capable of working in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Comfortable engaging with both technical and operational stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and situational awareness.