Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Senior Technical Operations Advisor provides expert-level technical, operational, and strategic support to the Office of the Deputy Principal Cyber Advisor (ODPCA). Operating between the Pentagon and Mark Center, this role supports DoD cyber workforce and readiness policy development, cyber operations forces initiatives, USCYBERCOM training and readiness efforts, cyber force design, and defensive cyber operations.
Core Tasks:
Conduct deliberate analysis supporting DoD cyber workforce, cyber operations forces, and readiness policy development.
Conduct deliberate analysis supporting development of DoD cyber workforce and readiness policy guidance.
Assist ODPCA leadership in implementing, leading, and sustaining DoD cyber operations forces strategies and initiatives.
Support implementation, leadership, and oversight of ODPCA cyber workforce priorities and Department-wide tasks.
Evaluate execution and performance of cyber workforce and Cyber Operations Forces programs to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory guidance.
Apply knowledge of readiness standards, requirements, and metrics to assess organizational capability against assigned mission demands.
Support USCYBERCOM Joint Cyber Training and Joint Force Coordinator roles, including mission-essential task identification and readiness reporting.
Assist ODPCA oversight of U.S. Cyber Command’s implementation of cyber force design and command‑and‑control activities.
Prepare and deliver technical briefings and recommendations to ODPCA leadership and senior DoD stakeholders.
Provide technical and analytical support for policy development addressing defense of critical infrastructure, control systems, operational technology networks, devices, and information.
Provide analytical and strategic support for Defensive Cyber Operations, including evaluation, development, and integration of relevant policies, strategies, forces, operational concepts, personnel requirements, and organizational structures.
Apply expert knowledge of adversary emulation, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, post‑exploitation, and cyber threat intelligence to improve DODIN defensive posture.
Analyze adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and translate technical findings into actionable policy, readiness, workforce, and operational recommendations.
Support assessments of CMF, CPT, CSSP, Red Team, and related cyber mission capabilities.
Provide expert technical advice on cyber operations, operational technology environments, readiness, force structure, training, and defensive cyber capabilities.
Coordinate with DoD Components, USCYBERCOM, Service cyber organizations, technical teams, and senior leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
Expert‑level technical certification (e.g., GPEN, GXPN, OSCP, GIAC, or equivalent).
Minimum 15 years of experience in offensive and/or defensive cyberspace operations.
Expert‑level experience in adversary emulation, TTP analysis, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and post‑exploitation.
Deep understanding of CMF, CPT, CSSP missions and DoD Red Team methodologies, including DoDI 8585.01.
Ability to provide expert guidance supporting policy development, strategy decisions, and recommendations to improve the DODIN defensive posture.
Knowledge of cyber threat intelligence and operational technology environments.
Experience supporting cyber workforce, readiness, training, force design, or defensive cyber operations initiatives.
Ability to interface effectively with senior‑level management.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, briefing, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide expert technical support and advice.
Preferred:
Former military Red Team operator, CPT operator, Hunt operator, CMF Team Lead, or commander.
Experience supporting USCYBERCOM Joint Cyber Training, Joint Force Coordinator roles, mission-essential task development, or readiness reporting.
Experience with DoD cyber force design, command‑and‑control, operational technology security, or DODIN defense.
Advanced experience translating highly technical cyber operations and assessment results into senior‑level policy and strategic recommendations.
Location:Arlington, Virginia
Type:Contract
Job#4074
Title: Security Cooperation Analyst Location: Arlington & Alexandria, VA Compensation Range: $185 -$205K *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI needed to apply *
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Security Cooperation Analyst supports the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Cyber Operations Policy (DASW COP) by providing policy, analytical, and technical expertise that advances cyberspace security cooperation programs across the Department. Operating between the Pentagon and Mark Center, this role contributes to defensive cyber operations, critical infrastructure protection, cyber resilience, and whole‑of‑government efforts to counter malicious cyber threats. Candidates may be considered at the Journeyman or Senior level depending on experience.
Core Tasks:
Conduct deliberate analysis supporting DoD cyber workforce, cyber operations forces, and readiness policy development.
Assist DASW COP leadership in developing and updating DoW policy for defensive cyber operations, including the defense of critical infrastructure, the defense industrial base, and critical warfighting capabilities.
Support DASW COP leadership in drafting policy to deter, prevent, and respond to DoW and national‑level cybersecurity intrusions and incidents, enhancing resiliency and agility.
Assist implementation of lines of effort under DoW’s Cyber Strategy.
Support DoW participation in whole‑of‑government efforts to counter malicious cyber threats, coordinating with diplomatic, law enforcement, intelligence, and network defense communities.
Provide policy oversight and alignment assessments for cyberspace security cooperation programs to ensure consistency with DoW policy and strategy.
Use knowledge of security cooperation processes to assess feasibility of proposed cyber security cooperation programs.
Support development, coordination, and implementation of cyberspace security cooperation policies, strategies, programs, and initiatives.
Analyze proposed cyber security cooperation activities for feasibility, alignment, risks, resource needs, and implementation considerations.
Coordinate with DoW and Service staffs, military commands, interagency organizations, diplomatic partners, international stakeholders, law enforcement, intelligence, and network defense communities.
Provide technical support, policy analysis, and senior‑level guidance on cyber security cooperation, defensive cyber operations, cyber resilience, and related initiatives.
Support policy reviews, stakeholder engagements, working groups, and senior‑level coordination sessions.
Track program activities, milestones, risks, issues, action items, and coordination requirements.
Brief complex cyber policy, operational matters, and security cooperation topics to senior‑level leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
Minimum 8 years of combined experience within the Office of the Secretary of War and/or Service staff supporting cyberspace security cooperation development and implementation.
Knowledge of cyberspace security cooperation processes and activities.
Ability to assess feasibility of proposed cyber security cooperation programs.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical support and advice.
Ability to interface effectively with senior‑level management.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, written, coordination, and presentation skills.
Preferred:
Master’s degree from an accredited university.
Experience supporting DoW, Service, combatant command, interagency, or international cyber security cooperation programs.
Familiarity with DoW Cyber Strategy, defensive cyberspace operations, critical infrastructure protection, defense industrial base resilience, cyber resiliency, and cyber incident response.
Experience developing policy, coordinating across organizational boundaries, and preparing executive‑level briefings and decision‑support materials.
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Offensive Cyber Operations Analyst supports the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Cyber Operations Policy by providing analytical, strategic, and technical expertise that informs the development, implementation, and assessment of policies, strategies, and plans for offensive cyberspace operations. Operating between the Pentagon and Mark Center, this role contributes to shaping DoW offensive cyber initiatives, evaluating operational effectiveness, and producing senior‑level decision materials that ensure offensive cyber missions are aligned with national and departmental priorities.
Core Tasks:
Provide analytical and strategic support for Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO), including monitoring and evaluating planned and executed operations and campaigns.
Conduct deliberate analysis of offensive cyber missions, operational objectives, risks, authorities, and outcomes.
Support the development and implementation of policies, strategies, plans, and authorities related to offensive cyberspace operations.
Assist leadership in assessing the alignment of OCO activities with DoW policy, strategy, guidance, and operational requirements.
Apply knowledge of intelligence‑development‑operations, targeting, and USCYBERCOM processes to support OCO policy and strategy development.
Provide technical support and advice on offensive cyber capabilities, processes, mission execution, and operational planning.
Prepare analyses, reports, briefings, summaries, and decision‑support materials for senior DoW leadership.
Brief complex cyber operational, policy, strategy, and risk concepts to GO/FO/SES‑level leaders.
Coordinate with DoW organizations, USCYBERCOM, intelligence partners, operational commands, and other stakeholders to synchronize offensive cyber activities.
Support identification of operational risks, capability gaps, policy issues, and opportunities to improve offensive cyber mission effectiveness.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field.
Minimum 12 years of experience supporting offensive cyberspace operations.
Demonstrated experience providing technical support and advice on offensive cyber capabilities, processes, and mission execution.
Familiarity with intelligence‑development‑operations, targeting, and USCYBERCOM processes.
Knowledge of offensive cyber policy development, strategy formulation, and implementation.
Minimum 5 years of experience briefing complex cyber operational, policy, and risk concepts to GO/FO/SES‑level leaders.
Ability to interface effectively with senior‑level leadership.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Preferred:
Master’s degree from an accredited university.
Experience supporting DoW or USCYBERCOM offensive cyber policy, planning, or operations.
Familiarity with cyber authorities, operational planning processes, and joint cyberspace operations.
Location:Arlington, Virginia
Type:Contract
Job#4072
Title: Defensive Cyber Analyst Location: Arlington & Alexandria, VA Compensation Range: $185 -$205K *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI needed to apply *
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Defensive Cyber Analyst supports Cyber Operations Policy leadership by providing technical, policy, and analytical expertise that advances defensive cyberspace operations, critical infrastructure protection, defense industrial base resilience, and national‑level cyber incident response initiatives. Depending on experience, candidates may be hired at either the Journeyman or Senior level. This position supports operations across the Pentagon and associated DoW mission spaces.
Core Tasks:
Conduct deliberate analysis supporting DoD cyber workforce, cyber operations forces, and readiness policy development.
Support the development and update of DoW policy for defensive cyber operations, including defense of critical infrastructure, the defense industrial base, and critical warfighting capabilities.
Assist in developing policies and strategies to deter, prevent, and respond to cybersecurity intrusions and incidents.
Support implementation of lines of effort under the DoW Cyber Strategy.
Provide technical and analytical support on defensive cyber capabilities, processes, operations, and execution.
Support cyber resilience, incident response, threat mitigation, and layered defense initiatives.
Contribute to whole‑of‑government efforts addressing malicious cyber threats in coordination with diplomatic, law enforcement, intelligence, and network defense organizations.
Assess the alignment and feasibility of cybersecurity cooperation programs with DoW policy and strategy.
Brief complex cyber operational, policy, and risk concepts to GO/FO/SES‑level leaders.
Coordinate with senior leaders, military commands, interagency partners, and other stakeholders to ensure synchronized defensive cyber operations and policy implementation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
Minimum 8 years of experience in defensive cyberspace operations, critical infrastructure protection, defense industrial base resilience, incident response, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical support and advice on defensive cyber capabilities, policies, processes, and operations.
Familiarity with defensive cyber policy development, strategy formulation, and implementation.
At least 5 years of experience briefing complex cyber operational, policy, and risk concepts to GO/FO/SES‑level leaders.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Ability to interface effectively with senior-level leadership.
Preferred:
Master’s degree from an accredited university.
Experience with cybersecurity cooperation, whole‑of‑government cyber initiatives, or defense industrial base policy.
Familiarity with DoW cyber strategy, critical infrastructure protection, and national‑level cyber incident response.
Location:Arlington, Virginia
Type:Contract
Job#4071
Title: Senior Readiness Data Analyst Location: Arlington & Alexandria, VA Compensation Range: $185 -$205K *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI needed to apply *
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Readiness Data Analyst supports the Office of the Deputy Principal Cyber Advisor (DPCA) for Forces & Readiness by providing analytical, operational, and policy expertise that informs cyber workforce development, readiness assessment, and DoD-wide cyber force initiatives. Operating between the Pentagon and Mark Center, this role plays a critical part in shaping cyber readiness standards, analyzing force capability, supporting cyber training and readiness reporting, and producing executive-level guidance that ensures cyber forces are prepared to meet operational and strategic demands.
Core Tasks:
Conduct deliberate analysis supporting DoD cyber workforce, cyber operations forces, and readiness policy development.
Support implementation and oversight of cyber force strategies, initiatives, workforce priorities, and operational requirements.
Analyze readiness data, standards, and metrics to assess organizational capability against mission demands.
Develop and apply MET/METL‑based assessment criteria and readiness models.
Support USCYBERCOM Joint Cyber Training and Joint Force Coordinator activities, including mission-essential task identification and readiness reporting.
Aggregate, analyze, and visualize readiness data using tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
Translate complex operational and readiness data into clear insights and recommendations for senior leadership.
Evaluate cyber workforce and cyber operations forces programs for compliance with statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
Support analysis of cyber force design, command and control, defensive cyber operations, personnel requirements, and organizational structures.
Provide technical and analytical support for policies related to the defense of critical infrastructure, control systems, and operational technology networks.
Develop executive‑level briefings, reports, dashboards, and decision-support materials.
Coordinate with senior leaders, military commands, interagency partners, and Department stakeholders to synchronize readiness priorities.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in data science, statistics, operations research, or a related field with 10 years of relevant experience; or bachelor’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in data science, analytics, military readiness reporting, operational assessments, or a related discipline.
Experience with the Defense Readiness Reporting System and MET/METL‑based assessments.
Expertise in data aggregation, analysis, readiness modeling, and dashboard development.
Knowledge of military tasks, conditions, standards, readiness requirements, and operational assessments.
Familiarity with Joint Operations doctrine (including JP 3‑0 and JP 3‑12), with the ability to analyze EXORDs and FRAGORDs.
Strong analytical, technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide sound technical advice and interface effectively with senior leaders.
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Cyber Policy & Strategy Analyst supports the Office of the Deputy Principal Cyber Advisor (ODPCA) by providing high‑level strategic analysis, policy expertise, and technical guidance for cyber workforce readiness, DCO capability development, and enterprise‑wide cyber operations initiatives. In this role, you will analyze complex cyber mission areas, shape Department‑level strategies and policies, evaluate readiness across Cyber Operations Forces, and advise senior leadership on mission‑critical decisions. Working between the Pentagon and Mark Center, you serve as a trusted advisor helping the Department of War strengthen its cyber posture, operational readiness, and long‑term strategic direction.
Core Tasks:
Inform OPCA leadership on cyberspace operations resourcing and support development, review, and execution of USCYBERCOM’s contributions to the PPBE process, including POM and Budget Estimate Submission activities.
Conduct strategic analysis to inform development, implementation, and refinement of cyber workforce, readiness, and operational policies across the Department of War.
Support ODPCA leadership by assessing cyber force readiness, mission requirements, workforce priorities, and execution of Department‑wide cyber initiatives.
Evaluate the effectiveness, compliance, and performance of COF programs against statutory, policy, and operational standards; provide recommendations to senior leaders.
Apply readiness standards, force requirements, mission essential tasks, and relevant metrics to determine joint force preparedness across assigned cyber warfighting mission areas.
Conduct detailed analysis supporting USCYBERCOM’s Joint Cyber Training and Joint Force Coordinator responsibilities, including readiness reporting and mission requirement validation.
Provide analytical and executive‑level support to ODPCA oversight of USCYBERCOM’s cyber force design, force structure, command and control initiatives, and readiness activities.
Support policy development for the defense of critical infrastructure, operational technology, control systems, and information systems across the Department.
Provide technical and strategic support for Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), including evaluation of policies, strategies, operational concepts, personnel requirements, and organizational structures.
Conduct comprehensive analysis across technical and operational cyber domains, generating actionable recommendations that shape senior‑level decisions and strategic direction.
Develop executive‑level briefings, assessments, and recommendations communicating readiness findings, policy implications, and strategic guidance to senior DoW and cyber leadership.
Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert supporting enterprise cyber mission objectives, workforce readiness planning, and Department‑level strategy development.
Qualifications
Master’s degree with fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree with eighteen (18) years of relevant experience in public policy, national security, STEM, or related field.
Minimum ten (10) years supporting Department‑level cyber strategic planning, policy development, and cyberspace operations.
Graduate of a formal DoW/Joint cyber planning course (JCPC, JPME, or advanced warfighting schools such as SAMS, SAASS, SAW, JAWS).
Experience supporting DCDC, USCYBERCOM, DoW CIO, or Service Cyber Component headquarters.
Expert‑level experience developing or reviewing DoW/DoD‑level policy documents, directives, instructions, and high‑level guidance.
Ability to interpret and apply Title 10 authorities and DoW 8500/8140 cybersecurity and workforce policies.
Deep understanding of DODIN operations, DCO, cyber C2 models, and translating strategic guidance into operational constructs.
Expert‑level understanding of maneuver warfare doctrine, campaign planning, and cyberspace operations within the Joint Planning Process (JPP).
Proven ability to conduct complex strategic analysis, develop actionable recommendations, and advise senior leaders.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical support and strategic guidance in policy, strategy, and cyber operations.
Preferred:
Alignment with Defense Cyber Workforce Framework roles:
Primary: 752 – Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner
Secondary: 332 – Cyber Operations Planner
Location:Arlington, Virginia
Type:Contract
Job#4035
Title: Cyber Budget Analyst Location: Arlington & Alexandria, VA Compensation Range: $110 -$140K *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI needed to apply *
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Cyber Budget Analyst supports the Office of the Principal Cyber Advisor (OPCA) by providing analytical, fiscal, and programmatic expertise that informs cyber resource planning and investment decisions across the Department of Defense. Operating between the Pentagon and Mark Center, this role plays a critical part in shaping USCYBERCOM’s POM submissions, analyzing Program Element (PE) funding, supporting PPBE activities, and producing executive-level guidance that ensures cyber capabilities are properly resourced to meet operational and strategic priorities.
Core Tasks:
Inform OPCA leadership on cyberspace operations resourcing and support development, review, and execution of USCYBERCOM’s contributions to the PPBE process, including POM and Budget Estimate Submission activities.
Conduct detailed analysis of Program Element (PE)-level funding, Cyber POM submissions, budget requests, and fiscal requirements to ensure alignment with strategic cyber priorities and mission needs.
Support annual Program and Budget Review (PBR) activities, resource certification processes, and development of Cyberspace Operations Programming Guidance (COPG), fiscal guidance, and executive decision materials.
Analyze and integrate financial, programmatic, and operational data using SNAP‑IT, ADVANA, Budget Justification Books, and related DoD resource management tools.
Provide technical and analytical assessments of cyber investment strategies, identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities for improved mission performance.
Develop executive‑level briefings, reports, analyses, and recommendations for OPCA leadership, translating complex budget and program information into clear, decision-ready products.
Collaborate across Combatant Commands, Military Services, OSD, and stakeholder organizations to synchronize cyber requirements with planning, programming, budgeting, and acquisition activities.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leaders on cyberspace operations funding, capability development, and long‑range resource planning.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting DoD PPBE processes, fiscal planning, or budget execution.
Experience supporting USCYBERCOM or Joint/Service POM development and BES formulation.
Demonstrated expertise in Program Objective Memorandum (POM) formulation, Program Element (PE) management, and defense resource planning.
Experience supporting Component or Military Department POM development at the CCMD, four‑star HQ, or Secretariat level.
Strong understanding of DoD resource planning and fiscal management processes.
Proven ability to analyze complex budget, program, and fiscal data and produce strategic recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders, government officials, and cross‑functional stakeholders.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with experience developing executive-level documentation.
Ability to provide analytical and technical guidance on fiscal planning, programming, and resource
Title: Cyber Acquisition Lead Location: Arlington & Alexandria, VA Compensation Range: $170 -$200K *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI needed to apply *
Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
Benefits Overview: Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *
Position Description: The Cyber Acquisition Lead serves as a strategic advisor to senior Department of Defense cyber leadership within the Office of the Principal Cyber Advisor (OPCA). In this role, you will guide planning, programming, budgeting, and acquisition activities supporting cyberspace operations across the Department. This position plays a critical role in shaping cyber investment strategies, analyzing Program Element (PE) funding, supporting POM and PBR activities, and ensuring cyber capability requirements translate into well‑resourced, mission‑aligned programs. Operating between the Pentagon and Mark Center, you will influence enterprise‑wide decisions that drive the future of DoD cyber forces, readiness, and modernization.
Core Tasks:
Provide SETA technical advisory support to government teams designing, developing, evaluating, and integrating AI‑enabled applications, tools, and workflows.
Serve as a trusted advisor within the Office of the Principal Cyber Advisor (OPCA), supporting senior DoD cyber leadership with strategic planning, programming, budgeting, and cyber resource decision-making.
Support development, integration, and execution of the PPBE process, including Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development, Program and Budget Review (PBR) activities, fiscal analysis, and preparation of budget certification materials.
Analyze Program Element (PE)-level funding, budget submissions, investment proposals, and resource allocations to ensure alignment with Department cyber strategy and operational needs.
Provide technical and analytical assessments of cyber programs, funding initiatives, acquisition proposals, risk areas, and opportunities to strengthen mission effectiveness.
Develop executive‑level briefings, reports, recommendations, and decision products that translate complex fiscal, acquisition, and cyber operational information into clear guidance for senior leaders.
Apply knowledge of JCIDS, the Defense Acquisition System (DAS), Joint Force Requirements Process (JFRP), and cyber acquisition pathways (SWAP, OTA) to ensure cyber capability requirements translate into funded, executable programs.
Utilize DoD resource management tools such as SNAP‑IT, ADVANA, Budget Justification Books, and related systems to conduct detailed program and budget analysis.
Coordinate across Military Departments, Combatant Commands, OSD offices, and other stakeholders to synchronize cyber policy, capability development, acquisition activities, and enterprise resource planning.
Support OPCA oversight and advocacy responsibilities for cyber forces and cyberspace activities, ensuring resources are prioritized to meet mission readiness and strategic objectives.
Contribute to enterprise‑level decision processes that shape future DoD cyber capability investments, force structure, and strategic resourcing priorities.
Develop operational guidance, documentation, and strategic communications that support cyber governance, resource planning, and senior leadership decision-making.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in any field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in DoD strategic planning, programming, and PPBE execution related to cyberspace operations.
Experience in Service or Joint programming, including POM development and PE‑level fiscal management.
Knowledge of legacy Defense Acquisition System (DAS) or the modern Joint Force Requirements Process (JFRP).
Expertise in Software Acquisition Pathway (SWAP), OTA, or other cyber acquisition processes and contract vehicles.
Experience supporting CAPE PBR activities for Cyber or C4IP programs, including developing strategic review memos, issue papers, and participating in CAPE teams.
Ability to interface effectively with senior leaders and communicate complex fiscal, acquisition, and cyber operational matters.
Demonstrated strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven ability to provide technical analysis and advisory support.
