Cybersecurity A&A Validator for DoD/Navy

American Systems; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Validator to support Navy and DoD customers by delivering Information Assurance and Cybersecurity services, RMF governance, and A&A activities for critical DoD networks and systems.

You will lead risk assessments, coordinate cross-functional reviews with stakeholders, and help strengthen security plans, documentation, and remediation efforts to meet federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, CS, or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in IA/cybersecurity or risk management, or 7+ years without a degree.
• IAT Level II/III certification (CompTIA Security+) required or obtainable within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide IA services and conduct independent risk assessments for network and information security systems.
• Lead meetings and briefings with stakeholders to communicate risks, results, and remediation progress.
• Prepare cybersecurity documentation per DoD guidelines and RMF processes.
• Review SAPs and ensure ACAS scans, STIGs, SCAPs, and CSARs are implemented.
• Support A&A efforts, observe tests, analyze results, and recommend improvements to security plans.
• Analyze policies to ensure RMF compliance and recommend corrective actions for gaps.
• Recommend system enhancements to resolve deficiencies and improve security posture.
• Review compliance scans and evaluate system administration practices and tools.
• Conduct security program audits and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop strategies addressing privacy, risk management, and e-authentication requirements.
• Support security architectures to meet evolving requirements; improve policies and controls.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and develop risk mitigation plans.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cybersecurity

Risk assessment

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS or related field

Tools

Security+ Certification

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Validator to support Navy and DoD customers by delivering Information Assurance and Cybersecurity services, RMF governance, and A&A activities for critical DoD networks and systems.

You will lead risk assessments, coordinate cross-functional reviews with stakeholders, and help strengthen security plans, documentation, and remediation efforts to meet federal requirements.