CYBERSECURITY ASSESSMENT AND AUTHORIZATION SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT ...
Nexthreat - Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States, 22060
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Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Subject Matter Expert (SME) Location:
Fort Belvoir, Virginia Time Type:
Full-time Potential for Telework:
No Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
DOD TOP SECRET Employee Type
: W2 or 1099 Citizenship:
US Citizen, no Dual Citizenship Position Overview: The Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization SME provides expert guidance on cybersecurity assessment, authorization processes, and compliance. This role involves leading the evaluation of system security controls, developing authorization documentation, and ensuring systems meet applicable security standards and frameworks. The SME will work closely with system owners, management, and cybersecurity teams to facilitate risk management, prepare Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, and support ongoing security posture assessments. Key Responsibilities: -Lead cybersecurity assessment and authorization activities for system accreditation processes. -Develop, review, and maintain Security Assessment Reports (SAR), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), and other Authorization documentation. -Ensure systems comply with relevant cybersecurity standards such as NIST, DoD RMF, and FISMA requirements. -Conduct security control assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend risk mitigation strategies. -Support system owners and stakeholders through the entire ATO process. -Provide expert advice on cybersecurity policies, best practices, and emerging threats. -Assist in the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and system hardening measures. -Facilitate continuous monitoring and security assessment activities. -Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews related to cybersecurity. -Maintain expertise on evolving cybersecurity threats, tools, and frameworks. Minimum Requirements: -Proven experience in cybersecurity assessment and authorization (e.g., RMF, DIACAP, or equivalent frameworks). -Extensive knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and related cybersecurity standards. -Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages. -Strong understanding of system security controls, vulnerability assessments, and mitigation strategies. -Must possessIT-I Critical Sensitive security clearanceor higher at the time of proposal submission. -DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: CategoryIAT Level I. NexThreat is dedicated to our employees' well-being, growth, and satisfaction. We offer a competitive compensation package that supports and enables our corporate commitment to excellence. Our extensive benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Ensuring our employees have access to essential healthcare services. 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions: Helping our employees secure their financial future. Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Providing peace of mind with robust coverage. Up to Five weeks of PTO: Enabling you to streamline your work life balance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Offering financial protection during unforeseen circumstances. 529 College Savings Plan: Supporting our employees’ educational savings goals. Employee Learning Program with Tuition Reimbursement: Encouraging continuous learning and development. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans: Allowing employees to manage their healthcare expenses effectively. Profit Sharing: Rewarding our employees for contributing to the company’s success. Employee Referral Program: Incentivizing our team to bring in new talent. $5,000 Company-Paid Travel/Vacation after 5 Years of Service: Celebrating loyalty and service with generous vacation benefits. Equal Opportunity and Career Advancement NexThreat is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We provide a clear pathway for career development, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Fair Compensation Our commitment to fair compensation is reflected in our competitive salary packages. NexThreat’s internal efficiencies enable us to offer not only fair wages but also additional financial benefits such as spot and merit bonuses, profit sharing, commuting benefits, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Reward and Recognition We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. By regularly collecting customer feedback, we identify opportunities to provide spot bonuses, gifts, and other forms of recognition, ensuring our team members feel valued and appreciated. Vacation Benefits Understanding the importance of work-life balance, NexThreat offers a unique vacation benefit. Every 5 years, employees receive $5,000 towards a vacation for themselves and their families. We strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
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