Navy Qualified Validator Level 3

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. is seeking a Navy Qualified Validator to support the PEO (SUB) program office and oversee RMF A&A activities for Undersea systems. The validator will provide IA/RMF expertise to government PMs, assess security controls, and certify residual risk to operate.

Requirements include a STEM degree, 7+ years in DoD/IT systems, strong leadership and communication skills, and an active SECRET clearance. Preference for NQV certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM or relevant field (technical or managerial).
• 7+ years of relevant DoD and IT systems experience.
• Active SECRET DoD clearance; Navy Validator certification (NQV) preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and customer management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Navy Undersea Weapon System SME input to NAVSEA PEOs and managers.
• Oversee and assess RMF A&A processes and certify residual risk.
• Conduct independent assessment of controls and validate system implementation.
• Support program managers in evaluating cybersecurity docs from prime integrators.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer management

RMF knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or relevant field

Tools

MS Office (Word/PowerPoint/Excel)

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Undersea Technology Portfolio, within SPA's Sea, Land, & Air Division, conducts rigorous and objective analyses to enable the Navy and other DoD organizations to make decisions, plans, and strategies to deliver emerging technologies and warfighting capabilities. We support clients across the undersea, naval special warfare, and expeditionary warfare enterprises, including those within resourcing and requirements, acquisition, and science and technology. #MC

SPA has a future need for Navy Qualified Validators.

Responsibilities

The candidate will support a PEO (SUB) Program Office and act as the Navy Qualified Validator responsible for the Navy PEO (SUB)'s Risk Management Framework. The candidate will provide information assurance (IA)/risk management framework (RMF) expertise to government Program or Project Managers who oversee Undersea Acoustic Systems, Combat Submarines, Imaging Systems, or Training Systems. The candidate will:

• Provide Undersea Weapon System subject matter expertise to NAVSEA affiliated PEOs and program managers for selected appropriated programs.
• Oversee and assess the cybersecurity risk assessment process within the overall Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process, assist with the assessment of the security controls, review RMF packages and certify the residual risk in support of an RMF authorization.
• Conduct an independent, comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical controls employed within the Navy system. The validator acts as an independent third party who assesses and validates that the system has implemented the approved security control baseline.
• Support government program managers in evaluating cybersecurity documentation and deliverables from the prime system integrator in support of acquisition milestones and authorizations to operate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM or relevant field (technical or managerial discipline)
• 7+ years of relevant experience demonstrating proficiency in areas discussed above for DoD and business IT systems and the phases of Certification and Accreditation (C&A) process
• Certification as a Level II AND/OR III Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) as defined by DoD Instruction 8510.01 - Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information Technology (IT)
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication and customer management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Active SECRET Security DoD clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of relevant experience in Information Assurance (IA) or Certification & Accreditation (C&A) related field
• Familiarity with and understanding of Navy IT sites, systems and infrastructure
• Experience working with Navy C&A efforts as a Navy Validator

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $115,000.00/Yr. - USD $175,000.00/Yr.