Program Manager

Goldbelt Nighthawk, LLC; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Goldbelt Nighthawk, LLC is seeking a part-time Program Manager to support a Department of War customer, leading a dispersed team of 30+ personnel and guiding SSP reviews and RMF processes.

The role emphasizes tracking, reporting, and collaboration with stakeholders, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• PM/PM leadership experience in security assessments and SSP development.
• At least eight years of hands-on cybersecurity and security analysis.
• Expertise in the development and review of SSPs.
• IAT Level II certification (e.g., CCNA Security, CSA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP).
• Knowledge of DAAPM, RMF, NIST 800-53, and NISP.
• Approved personnel with TS clearance.
• Pass an employer background check.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong client service, time management and leadership skills; written and verbal communication.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dispersed team of SCA-Rs reviewing System Security Plans.
• Track metrics, report progress, and drive process improvements.
• Generate monthly reports of actions and metrics.
• Assist with eMASS support activities within DCSA.

Skills

NIST 800-53

RMF

DoD guidance

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Security analysis

SSP development

SCA-R coordination

US Citizenship

Education

IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CSA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Goldbelt Nighthawk offers sound solutions in software development and both defensive and proactive cybersecurity. Nighthawk offers an integrated, holistic cybersecurity workforce that is enthusiastic, continuously learning, and progressive. The team is fully committed to implementing dynamic cybersecurity solutions that effectively address the needs of customers. Nighthawk's flexibility and expertise across the cybersecurity field provides customized solutions to our customer's unique needs.

Summary

NightHawk is looking for a Program Manager for part-time (50 hours per pay period) support of a Department of War customer, leading a widely dispersed team of 30+ personnel.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• The Project Manager will manage a team of Security Control Assessor - Representatives (SCA-Rs) reviewing System Security Plans
• Support the review process, perform tracking and reporting on metrics and deliverables, and assist with business process improvement efforts.
• Generate monthly reports of actions and metrics.
• Assist with eMASS support activities within DCSA.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of all NIST 800-53 Security Controls
• Maintain working knowledge of DoD, DCSA, and NIST RMF guidance and policies
• Build an internal capability that is increasingly risk-based and adaptive
• Actively observe and understand current business practices
• Develop approaches for promoting lessons learned and communication of outcomes
• Propose means or methods of streamlining activities
• Outline functional areas of improvement, propose viable solutions, and determine technical methodologies
• Establish a tracking mechanism for action items and maintain the tracker
• Provide a monthly status report, containing an Executive Summary, information on significant activities, progress report, status of funding and personnel, lessons learned (when applicable)
• As requested by the COR, organize meetings in support of this effort: Plan the meeting, including coordinating schedules of attendees, sending out "save the dates" via e-mail (if necessary), meeting invitations, agenda, and any documents necessary for the meeting
• Coordinate with an alternate who can act on behalf of the Contractor when the Project Manager is absent

Minimum Qualifications

• Program/project management experience leading teams in conducting analysis or security assessments, and review and/or development of system security plans
• At least eight years of hands-on cybersecurity and security analysis experience
• Expertise in the development and review of SSPs
• Certified at IAT Level II (CCNA Security, CSA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP).
• Knowledge of the DAAPM, RMF, NIST 800-53, and NISP
• Approved personnel with TS clearance
• Pass an employer background check
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid client service, time management and leadership skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Pay and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is $97,000.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.