Application Guide

How to Apply for Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader

at The Cadmus Group

🏢 About The Cadmus Group

The Cadmus Group stands out for its mission-driven focus on sustainable change and its long history of impactful policy work since 1995. Working here means contributing to critical infrastructure resilience, with a collaborative culture that values innovation and strategic stakeholder engagement.

About This Role

As the Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Leader, you will drive cybersecurity initiatives for federal and utility clients, protecting essential services like water and emergency management. This role offers the opportunity to shape national security, lead high-impact projects, and mentor the next generation of cybersecurity experts.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a check-in with your project team on a vulnerability assessment for a municipal water utility, followed by a client meeting to discuss incident response planning. Afternoon could involve reviewing a business development proposal for a federal cybersecurity contract and then mentoring a mid-level staffer on secure SCADA configuration.

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🎯 Who The Cadmus Group Is Looking For

  • A seasoned cybersecurity professional with 10+ years leading SCADA/ICS/OT security for government or utility clients, demonstrating deep technical expertise and strategic vision.
  • A proven leader with 10+ years of staff and team management experience, skilled in mentoring junior talent and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • CISSP-certified (required) with additional certifications like CISM or CEH, and a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field.
  • A business-savvy expert who can drive client delivery and business development, with a track record of winning and managing complex cybersecurity projects.

📝 Tips for Applying to The Cadmus Group

1

Highlight specific federal or utility cybersecurity projects you've led, especially those involving water, infrastructure, or emergency management.

2

Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Reduced vulnerabilities by 40% for a municipal water utility' or 'Managed a $5M cybersecurity program for a federal agency'.

3

Explicitly list your SCADA/ICS/OT security experience, including specific frameworks (NIST, ISA/IEC 62443) and tools (e.g., Nessus, Wireshark, Splunk).

4

Showcase your business development wins: describe how you identified opportunities, built relationships, and secured contracts.

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize leadership and mentorship: mention team sizes, training programs, and career development initiatives you've led.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for protecting critical infrastructure and alignment with Cadmus's mission of sustainable, innovative policy.", 'Specific examples of leading cybersecurity projects for government or utility clients, with measurable outcomes.', 'Your experience in business development and ability to grow client relationships.', 'Your commitment to mentoring and developing junior staff, with concrete examples.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Cadmus's recent projects and thought leadership on their website, especially in water, energy, and emergency management.
  • → Look for case studies or press releases about their cybersecurity work for federal agencies or utilities.
  • → Understand their company culture: read employee reviews on Glassdoor, check their LinkedIn page for values and team insights.
  • → Research the specific challenges facing the water and infrastructure sectors in cybersecurity, such as recent attacks or regulatory changes.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you led a vulnerability assessment for a SCADA/ICS environment. What was your approach and the outcome?
2 How do you stay current with emerging threats in critical infrastructure, and how have you applied that knowledge?
3 Walk us through a business development strategy you implemented that led to a new contract.
4 Tell us about a time you mentored a junior team member who was struggling. What was the result?
5 How would you approach integrating cybersecurity into a client's existing operational technology without disrupting critical services?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus only on technical skills without demonstrating business acumen and leadership experience.
  • Avoid generic statements about cybersecurity; be specific about SCADA/ICS/OT and critical infrastructure.
  • Don't neglect to mention your CISSP certification and any other relevant certs prominently on your resume and cover letter.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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