Cybersecurity Specialist (Secret Cleared) Vicksburg, MS
Broadway Ventures LLC, Vicksburg, MS, United States
Cybersecurity Specialist (Secret Cleared)
Vicksburg, MS
At
Broadway Ventures , we transform challenges into opportunities with expert program management, cutting‑edge technology, and innovative consulting solutions. As an 8(a), HUBZone, and Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we empower government and private sector clients by delivering tailored solutions that drive operational success, sustainability, and growth. Built on integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we’re more than a service provider—we’re your trusted partner in innovation.
The selected candidate will not be required to be in the office in Vicksburg every day but must be within driving distance of Vicksburg for regular onsite team meetings and in‑person work sessions.
Overview We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist with DoD Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) level experience to support the cybersecurity compliance, authorization, and continuous monitoring of classified and/or unclassified DoD information systems. The ISSO will execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, maintain system security documentation in eMASS, and collaborate with system owners, engineers, and ISSMs to ensure systems remain compliant with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary cybersecurity compliance lead for assigned information systems under
DoD RMF .
Develop, update, and maintain RMF artifacts including (as applicable):
SSP, SAP, SAR, POA&M, RAR , control implementation statements, and supporting evidence.
Manage and track RMF workflow in
eMASS : package creation, control inheritance, artifact uploads, POA&M management, and status reporting.
Coordinate and support ATO activities, including preparation for assessor interactions and facilitating remediation of findings.
Perform and document
continuous monitoring
activities: periodic control assessments, configuration compliance checks, vulnerability tracking, and audit log review coordination.
Support security control implementation and validation for NIST SP 800‑53 controls (aligned to applicable DoD baselines).
Participate in change management: evaluate security impact of system changes, update documentation, and coordinate reauthorization actions as required.
Review security scans and artifacts (e.g., ACAS/Nessus outputs, SCAP results, STIG checklists), validate remediation actions, and ensure results are reflected in POA&Ms.
Provide cybersecurity guidance to system owners and technical teams on control implementation, documentation, and audit readiness.
Produce metrics and executive‑level reporting on compliance status, risk posture, POA&M trends, and ATO timelines.
Required Qualifications
3+ years
of cybersecurity / information assurance experience supporting
DoD information systems .
Demonstrated hands‑on experience executing
RMF
end‑to‑end and managing packages in
eMASS .
Working knowledge of:
NIST SP 800‑53
security controls and assessment processes
DoD RMF
process, ATO lifecycle, and continuous monitoring expectations
DISA STIGs , SCAP, vulnerability management processes
Experience creating and maintaining RMF documentation (SSP, POA&M, SAR/SAP, etc.) and coordinating evidence collection.
Strong communication skills; ability to translate compliance requirements into actionable tasks for technical teams.
Ability to manage multiple systems and competing deadlines in a structured, detail‑oriented way.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting
classified systems , cross‑domain solutions, or mission systems.
Familiarity with ACAS, HBSS/ESS, endpoint security tooling, SIEM workflows, and audit log review processes.
Experience with
control inheritance , overlays, and boundary/architecture documentation for complex environments.
Understanding of FedRAMP Moderate/High or CNSSI 1253 alignment (where applicable).
Prior work with assessors/3PAOs, SCA‑V, or internal assessment teams.
Certifications (Required or Preferred — choose what fits)
IAT/IAM compliant certification (per contract), such as:
Security+ CE ,
CySA+ ,
CASP+ ,
CISSP ,
CISM
(or equivalent)
Additional preferred:
CAP ,
CISSP‑ISSEP ,
CCSP , vendor‑specific security certs.
Clearance
Active DoD Secret
clearance
required .
Must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance and access.
Work Location
Onsite / Hybrid / Remote: Hybrid
Duty location: Within driving distance of Vicksburg, MS
What Success Looks Like
RMF packages are accurate, audit‑ready, and current in
eMASS .
POA&Ms are actionable, tracked, and trending down over time.
System teams clearly understand security requirements and implement controls efficiently.
ATOs are achieved and maintained with minimal disruption to mission.
What to Expect Next After submitting your application, our recruiting team will review your qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication to verify resume details and discuss compensation expectations. Interviews will be conducted with the most qualified candidates. Broadway Ventures conducts background checks and drug testing prior to the start of employment. Some positions may also require fingerprinting.
Broadway Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Broadway Ventures utilizes the OFCCP‑approved Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability Form (CC‑305).
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At
Broadway Ventures , we transform challenges into opportunities with expert program management, cutting‑edge technology, and innovative consulting solutions. As an 8(a), HUBZone, and Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we empower government and private sector clients by delivering tailored solutions that drive operational success, sustainability, and growth. Built on integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we’re more than a service provider—we’re your trusted partner in innovation.
The selected candidate will not be required to be in the office in Vicksburg every day but must be within driving distance of Vicksburg for regular onsite team meetings and in‑person work sessions.
Overview We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist with DoD Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) level experience to support the cybersecurity compliance, authorization, and continuous monitoring of classified and/or unclassified DoD information systems. The ISSO will execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, maintain system security documentation in eMASS, and collaborate with system owners, engineers, and ISSMs to ensure systems remain compliant with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary cybersecurity compliance lead for assigned information systems under
DoD RMF .
Develop, update, and maintain RMF artifacts including (as applicable):
SSP, SAP, SAR, POA&M, RAR , control implementation statements, and supporting evidence.
Manage and track RMF workflow in
eMASS : package creation, control inheritance, artifact uploads, POA&M management, and status reporting.
Coordinate and support ATO activities, including preparation for assessor interactions and facilitating remediation of findings.
Perform and document
continuous monitoring
activities: periodic control assessments, configuration compliance checks, vulnerability tracking, and audit log review coordination.
Support security control implementation and validation for NIST SP 800‑53 controls (aligned to applicable DoD baselines).
Participate in change management: evaluate security impact of system changes, update documentation, and coordinate reauthorization actions as required.
Review security scans and artifacts (e.g., ACAS/Nessus outputs, SCAP results, STIG checklists), validate remediation actions, and ensure results are reflected in POA&Ms.
Provide cybersecurity guidance to system owners and technical teams on control implementation, documentation, and audit readiness.
Produce metrics and executive‑level reporting on compliance status, risk posture, POA&M trends, and ATO timelines.
Required Qualifications
3+ years
of cybersecurity / information assurance experience supporting
DoD information systems .
Demonstrated hands‑on experience executing
RMF
end‑to‑end and managing packages in
eMASS .
Working knowledge of:
NIST SP 800‑53
security controls and assessment processes
DoD RMF
process, ATO lifecycle, and continuous monitoring expectations
DISA STIGs , SCAP, vulnerability management processes
Experience creating and maintaining RMF documentation (SSP, POA&M, SAR/SAP, etc.) and coordinating evidence collection.
Strong communication skills; ability to translate compliance requirements into actionable tasks for technical teams.
Ability to manage multiple systems and competing deadlines in a structured, detail‑oriented way.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting
classified systems , cross‑domain solutions, or mission systems.
Familiarity with ACAS, HBSS/ESS, endpoint security tooling, SIEM workflows, and audit log review processes.
Experience with
control inheritance , overlays, and boundary/architecture documentation for complex environments.
Understanding of FedRAMP Moderate/High or CNSSI 1253 alignment (where applicable).
Prior work with assessors/3PAOs, SCA‑V, or internal assessment teams.
Certifications (Required or Preferred — choose what fits)
IAT/IAM compliant certification (per contract), such as:
Security+ CE ,
CySA+ ,
CASP+ ,
CISSP ,
CISM
(or equivalent)
Additional preferred:
CAP ,
CISSP‑ISSEP ,
CCSP , vendor‑specific security certs.
Clearance
Active DoD Secret
clearance
required .
Must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance and access.
Work Location
Onsite / Hybrid / Remote: Hybrid
Duty location: Within driving distance of Vicksburg, MS
What Success Looks Like
RMF packages are accurate, audit‑ready, and current in
eMASS .
POA&Ms are actionable, tracked, and trending down over time.
System teams clearly understand security requirements and implement controls efficiently.
ATOs are achieved and maintained with minimal disruption to mission.
What to Expect Next After submitting your application, our recruiting team will review your qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication to verify resume details and discuss compensation expectations. Interviews will be conducted with the most qualified candidates. Broadway Ventures conducts background checks and drug testing prior to the start of employment. Some positions may also require fingerprinting.
Broadway Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Broadway Ventures utilizes the OFCCP‑approved Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability Form (CC‑305).
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