Cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization SME

Connected Logistics

$115K — $140K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST Assess & Analyze (A&A) experience.
  • DoD cybersecurity experience essential for understanding military protocols.
  • Experience assessing security controls in large, complex organizations.
  • Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures.
  • Understanding of cybersecurity in emerging technology areas like Cloud and Industrial Control Systems (ICSs).
  • Must have an IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) by proposal submission.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct DOD cybersecurity processes for information system authorization.
  • Apply NIST 800-53 security controls to assess and authorize IT infrastructures.
  • Evaluate vulnerability severity values for identified security issues.
  • Analyze impacts on system authorizations based the vulnerabilities found.
  • Provide updates and briefings to senior management on information system progress during RMF processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Attractive 401(k) plan with company matching.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • Support for ongoing professional development and career growth.
Full Job Description
Remote

Contingent Upon Contract Award

Connected Logistics is seeking a Cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization SME to support DLA's Information Operations J62FG. This program is responsible for the application development and sustainment of several identity-related programs in Legacy AMPS. J62FG is also responsible for supporting applications that are migrating from Legacy AMPS to DOW E-ICAM.

The Cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization SME serves as a cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) with regards to Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of information systems and all associated cybersecurity policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

The Cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization SME performs a DOD cybersecurity process while either authorizing an information system or serving as a SME for an information system undergoing authorization. Specific duties for this position include but aren't limited to:
  • Possesses an understanding of how the security controls identified in the NIST 800-53 apply to the process of assessing and authorizing a large organization's IT infrastructure such as DLA's, in which there is a compilation of large and small enclaves, AIS applications and outsourced IT processes.
  • Determines the applicable severity value for an identified vulnerability (e.g., non-compliant security control).
  • Determines the possible ramifications on the system's current or future authorization.
  • Briefs senior management on the progress or results of an information system undergoing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Possess excellent analytical and writing skills
  • Possess Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.) knowledge.
  • Possess experience working with DoD/DLA.


Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Possess five (5) years of relevant Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST Assess & Analyze (A&A) experience.
  • Possess DoD cybersecurity experience.
  • Possess experience in assessing security controls and conducting authorization reviews for large, complex organizations.
  • Possess experience in the general tenets supporting the overall DoD implementation of its authorization process, to include supporting cybersecurity policy, procedures, and processes.
  • Possess knowledge in the cybersecurity of emerging technology areas such as Cloud and Industrial Control Systems (ICSs), warehouse execution systems and Operational Technology (OT) infrastructures.
  • Must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) at time of proposal submission.

Total Rewards Statement

We believe in fairness and clarity throughout our hiring process. The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $140,000.00 USD. This is a good-faith range based on factors such as your experience, geographic location, and any applicable contractual requirements, and may vary slightly.

Beyond salary, we provide a robust benefits package and encourage ongoing professional development, because your growth and well-being matter to us. We're excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us!

Connected Logistics respects the need for confidentiality for all applicants.

Connected Logistics offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, and generous Paid Time Off.

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