IT Policy Specialist Lead

LTS is seeking an experienced IT Policy Specialist Lead to support a program within the Department of Commerce. This role requires deep expertise in IT governance, risk management, compliance, and security regulations. The IT Policy Specialist Lead will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that IT policies align with federal guidelines, industry best practices, and the department's cybersecurity objectives. The role will also be responsible for reviewing and recommending policy changes based on emerging cybersecurity threats and regulatory changes. This position is on-site in Washington D.C.

LTS provides trusted consulting, and solutions in an increasingly complex and growing world. Our deep expertise in technology and analytics helps us serve a broad constituency of clients that range from cabinet-level departments of the U.S. Government to the largest Federal IT contractors in the world.

LTS is a leading information technology (IT) provider for mission critical systems leveraging the latest technologies to deliver cutting edge solutions from small mobile applications to large, complex enterprise applications. Our professionals specialize in multiple disciplines including program management, system integration, system design, system development, cybersecurity, infrastructure and data analytics.

Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter technical knowledge and analysis to support functional technical areas of a project.

• Apply advanced principles, methods, technical knowledge and analysis of the functional area to specific task requirements to develop solutions to complex problems.

• Contribute to the cybersecurity project teams in the delivery of program and task order requirements.

• Develop and deliver cybersecurity reports, documents, and briefings while advising on industry best practices.

• Conduct research to resolve complex issues or problems.

• Develop and manage cybersecurity data calls, monitor data request requirements, analyze the data, and present results in both detailed and high-level formats for a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. This includes responding to Federally mandated requirements, Senior leadership requests, and mission-critical drivers for ongoing cybersecurity defense strategies.

• Work independently with minimal guidance or oversight to deliver near-final products.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field is required.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT policy development, cybersecurity, or related fields.

• Must be a U.S. citizen

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or similar certifications preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of federal cybersecurity regulations, frameworks, and standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST 800 series, CMMC, ISO 27001).

• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining IT policies, standards, and procedures.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on developing solutions to improve cybersecurity policy frameworks.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, IT, and cybersecurity teams.

• Strong understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) frameworks.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise reports and messages to all levels of management.

• Experience in a federal or government agency environment, particularly within a cybersecurity and IT policy development context.

• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, and their impact on cybersecurity policies.