Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Subject Matter Expert

TekSynap; Fort Belvoir (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TekSynap seeks a Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Subject Matter Expert to support the DLA J6 Enterprise Sourcing team in Fort Belvoir, VA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing cybersecurity operations, assessing risk, and providing analytical recommendations following DoD policies. Competitive benefits, including health, dental, and 401K plans, are included. Compliance with government mandated vaccination requirements is essential.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision plans

401K

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability plans

Vacation time and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in RMF and NIST A&A.
• Must possess DoD Secret Clearance.
• Ability to assess and apply security controls.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle.
• Prepare and present briefings to senior leadership.

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NIST 800-53

Incident Response

Cloud Security

Education

DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Job description

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• Serve as a cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) focused on the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of information systems in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle and provide expert analysis and recommendations on system authorization strategies.
• Analyze and apply NIST 800-53 security controls to information systems for both cloud-based and on-premise environments, across large and small enclaves, outsourced systems, and sensitive applications.
• Evaluate applicable severity levels for vulnerabilities and provide guidance on security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct system assessments and determine ramifications for current and future system authorizations.
• Prepare and present briefings to senior leadership on RMF progress, findings, and final decisions.
• Support DLA and other DoD components by interpreting policy requirements, developing security documentation, and assisting with cybersecurity audits and remediation planning.
• Offer subject matter expertise for evolving technology domains, including Cloud Security, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), OT environments, and warehouse execution systems.
• For CERT roles, provide specialized incident response capabilities and maintain appropriate levels of clearance and certification.
  
  

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) focused on the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of information systems in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle and provide expert analysis and recommendations on system authorization strategies.
• Analyze and apply NIST 800-53 security controls to information systems for both cloud-based and on-premise environments, across large and small enclaves, outsourced systems, and sensitive applications.
• Evaluate applicable severity levels for vulnerabilities and provide guidance on security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct system assessments and determine ramifications for current and future system authorizations.
• Prepare and present briefings to senior leadership on RMF progress, findings, and final decisions.
• Support DLA and other DoD components by interpreting policy requirements, developing security documentation, and assisting with cybersecurity audits and remediation planning.
• Offer subject matter expertise for evolving technology domains, including Cloud Security, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), OT environments, and warehouse execution systems.
• For CERT roles, provide specialized incident response capabilities and maintain appropriate levels of clearance and certification.
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in:
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST Assessment & Authorization (A&A)
• DoD cybersecurity operations
• Assessing security controls and conducting authorization reviews for large, complex systems
• Implementing DoD-wide cybersecurity policies and support structures
• Cybersecurity of emerging technologies (e.g., Cloud, ICS, OT)

Clearance Requirements

• Must possess DoD Secret Clearance and meet one of the following:
• IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive clearance or Tier 3 (T3)
• For CERT personnel: TOP SECRET Clearance and IT-I Critical Sensitive or Tier 5 (T5)
  
  

• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAM Level III, such as:
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
• CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer)
• DLA CERT analysts must also maintain CSSP-Analyst certification.
  
  

Overview

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Subject Matter Expert to join our team supporting DLA J6 Enterprise Sourcing, Medical and Contingency (ESMC) Hosting and Support.

T ekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com .

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The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations: Contractor site/Off-site; periodic support at HQ DLA (Fort Belvoir, VA)
• Type of environment: Remote
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Must possess DoD Secret Clearance and meet one of the following:

IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive clearance or Tier 3 (T3)

For CERT personnel: TOP SECRET Clearance and IT-I Critical Sensitive or Tier 5 (T5)

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

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Employment type

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Job function

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• Industries

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