Senior A&A Support Lead

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The Senior A&A Support Lead serves as the Senior technical authority responsible for leading and executing Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) for MSC afloat and ashore systems networks and platforms. This role provides expert guidance on RMF control assessment security validation testing authorization package development and ongoing authorization maintenance. The Senior A&A Support Lead interfaces directly with MSC cybersecurity leadership Navy Security Control Assessors and Authorizing Officials to ensure systems achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) in compliance with DoD DON and MSC cybersecurity policies and directives while managing risk to mission-critical operations.

Duties to include:

• Lead and oversee RMF Assessment and Authorization activities for MSC sites systems networks and control systems
• Conduct and manage site ship system and platform validation testing in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 and Navy validation procedures
• Serve as a senior subject matter expert for RMF security control assessment documentation and compliance determinations
• Develop review and validate A&A artifacts including System Security Plans (SSPs) control assessments POA&Ms risk assessments and supporting documentation
• Populate maintain and manage A&A data and artifacts within eMASS (NIPR and SIPR) ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Support Authorizing Officials and Navy Security Control Assessors by responding to findings adjudicating risks and supporting authorization decisions
• Lead and support Mission-Based Cyber Risk Assessments (MBCRAs) including test planning execution support and reporting
• Maintain system and site authorizations through continuous monitoring Annual Security Reviews (ASRs) and lifecycle updates
• Develop and apply custom validation procedures when standard Navy or DoD procedures are not available
• Review and provide feedback on DoD DON and MSC cybersecurity policies instructions and technical documentation
• Coordinate and mentor A&A analysts and validation team members
• Prepare briefings reports and technical documentation using Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint

• Clearance Required: A minimum of a SECRET clearance is required for this position.
• Education: Minimum Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or a closely related technical field
• Masters degree in Cybersecurity Information Assurance or a related field is preferred but not required.

Certifications:

• Must comply with certification requirements identified in DoD 8570.01-M for IAM Level III (e.g. CISSP CISM or approved equivalent).
• Must be a designated Navy Qualified Validator (NQV).

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in information technology security or cybersecurity
• Demonstrated experience leading DoD RMF Assessment and Authorization efforts
• Hands-on experience conducting security control assessments validation testing and risk determinations
• Proven experience developing and managing RMF documentation and artifacts
• Extensive experience using eMASS for A&A execution and authorization maintenance
• Experience supporting Navy or DoD Authorizing Officials and Security Control Assessors
• Knowledge of DoD DON and Navy cybersecurity policies (e.g. DoDI 8500 series DoDI 8510.01 DoDM 5200 series)
• Strong analytical interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead teams and interface with senior Government stakeholders.
• Physical Requirements: The candidate must with or without reasonable accommodation be able to sit stand use computers and monitors and perform duties in an office environment for extended periods. The candidate must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. on occasion (e.g. move a case of paper or similar task) that may occur on occasion.

Benefits:

• The company offers the following benefits to permanent full-time employees:
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Group health plans
• Income protection and supplemental benefits
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pet insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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