Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Validator

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

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

We are seeking aCybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Validator to support Navy and DoW customers by delivering technical and programmatic Information Assurance and Cybersecurity services for strategic combat and non-enterprise network and information systems. This position is responsible for evaluating and strengthening system security posture, supporting assessment and authorization activities, and ensuring compliance with DoW, Navy, and Federal cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and programmaticInformation Assurance (IA)services and perform independent risk assessments in support of network and information security systems.
• Lead and facilitate meetings, briefings, and cross-functional discussions with technical and non-technical stakeholders to communicate security risks, vulnerabilities, assessment results, and remediation progress, and to drive alignment and timely resolution of identified issues.
• Prepare cybersecurity documentation using accepted DoW guidelines and frameworks, such as RMF and related certification/authorization processes.
• Review Security Assessment Plans (SAP), ensuring the implementation of Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Scans, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), Security Content Automation Protocols (SCAP) and Cybersecurity Assessment Reports (CSAR).
• Provide Assessment and Authorization (A&A)support, including observing tests, analyzing actual test results, and making recommendations for improvement of security plans, contingency plans, and security risk/vulnerability assessments.
• Analyze policies and procedures and validate compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Objectives and Controls against applicable Federal laws, regulations, and DoW/Navy requirements, and recommend corrective actions to close compliance gaps.
• Recommend and support system enhancements to resolve identified security deficiencies.
• Review documented compliance scans results and evaluate system administration practices and security products.
• Conduct security program audits and develop mitigation strategies to reduce identified risks.
• Develop strategies to addressprivacy, risk management, and e-authenticationrequirements.
• Support the development and implementation of security architectures to meet emerging and evolving security requirements.
• Evaluate, develop, and improve security policies, requirements, and tools.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain/reinstate a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degreein Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of related professional experiencein information assurance, cybersecurity, risk management, or systems security.
• Or 7+ years of experience required for those without a Bachelor’s degree.
• IAT Level II or III certification - CompTIA Security+ certification required or obtainable within 3 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of security authorization processes, security documentation, and vulnerability assessment practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supportingDoW or Navy cybersecurity programs.
• CSWF certificationpreferred.
• Additional advanced cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, SecurityX, CISM CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, or CND are a plus.
• Knowledge of Federal cybersecurity laws, regulations, and security compliance frameworks.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools, security configuration management, and incident response support.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Key Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support deadlines in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
• Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
• Security Test and Evaluation
• Certification and Accreditation Support
• Compliance Analysis
• Security Documentation Development
• Security Architecture Support
• Audit and Risk Mitigation Planning

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $83,000.00/Yr. - USD $125,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status