Training and Compliance Team Lead

Job Description

Job Description

The Training & Compliance Team Lead is responsible for the strategic oversight, execution, and continuous improvement of both the organization’s Information Security Training Program and Compliance Assessment & Remediation initiatives. This role ensures the effective delivery of user education, workforce security awareness, targeted skills development, and rigorous compliance with applicable federal, agency, and contractual requirements. The Team Lead manages program staff, leads the coordination of assessments and remediation activities, and serves as a critical liaison with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive organizational security maturity. Those with a Secret or L clearance are given priority. If no clearance, you must be eligible. This is local / hybrid to the Portland, OR area.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Education, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience managing security/compliance training and assessment/remediation programs for government or highly regulated organizations; experience in the federal or energy sectors highly desirable.
• Certifications: CAP, CISSP, CISA, or Security+ preferred; certifications in instructional design or training development (e.g., CompTIA CTT+, Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) are considered an asset.
• Knowledge/Skills:
• Deep understanding of FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and other federal compliance requirements
• Proven instructional design and training delivery skills
• Experience conducting and facilitating compliance assessments and POA&M remediation
• Ability to develop policies, procedures, and process documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical, reporting, and project management capabilities

Security Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities:

Training and Program Management:

• Designs, implements, and continuously refines a comprehensive information security and compliance training program.
• Develops custom curricula for varying roles, including general users, privileged users, and specialized staff.
• Delivers or coordinates training sessions, security awareness campaigns, and materials distribution.
• Tracks training completion, maintains detailed records, and generates compliance reports.

Assessment and Remediation::

• Coordinates periodic internal and external compliance assessments (e.g., FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, BPA-specific requirements).
• Oversees the remediation program, working with technical teams to ensure rapid closure of identified vulnerabilities, POA&Ms, and non-compliance findings.
• Tracks and reports status of remediation activities, ensuring timely and effective risk mitigation.

Policy and Process Development:

• Develops and enforces policies and procedures for training, assessments, and compliance documentation.
• Ensures all programs align with agency and federal mandates, best practices, and evolving threats or requirements.

Team Leaddership:

• Supervises and mentors team members, providing guidance and professional development.
• Assigns workload, evaluates performance, and fosters a collaborative, high-achieving team culture.
• Coordinates cross-functional activities with other program leads.

Communications and Reporting:

• Prepares and delivers comprehensive training, compliance, and remediation reports to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for training and compliance matters within the organization and with client/agency representatives.
• Facilitates briefings, awareness events, and compliance-related meetings

Company DescriptionEdgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.

Company Description

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.\r\n \r\nIt has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.