Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) / Cyber Security Technician

Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) / Cyber Security Technician

Company Overview:

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nations security and well-being.

KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility

Summary/objective:

This team provides SETA (System Engineering and Technical Assistance) support services required by the Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) Major Program Manager for Undersea Systems (IWS 5.0). The SETA effort supports Undersea Warfare Systems (USW), Theater USW and Tactical Advancements for the Next Generation (TANG) efforts. As a key member of our team, the Navy Qualified Validator will play a vital role in ensuring the security and integrity of shipboard and shore-based operational sites, laboratory/development environments, and land-based test sites in support of the United States Navy. This position may offer remote and/or hybrid work arrangements based on customer discretion.

Summary/Objective

The Navy Qualified Validator (NQV)/Cyber Security Technician will be responsible for assisting in the technical implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for Assess Only (AO) and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) services. They will conduct cybersecurity and risk assessments on Platform Information Technology (PIT) and PIT control systems (Industrial Control Systems) to identify and mitigate technical and non-technical vulnerabilities.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Assess and document risk, perform security control assessments, and document compliant and failed security controls in eMASS.
• Assist with eMASS data entry requirements and population. Recommend corrections to eMASS record.
• Perform duties of an NQV Level II equivalent in execution of DoN RMF processes including the completion of workflow steps in eMASS, the development of RMF artifacts (Security Plan, Security Assessment Plan, Security Assessment Report, etc.) and the completion of Security Assessments.
• Apply your demonstrated knowledge to assess compliance with NIST 800-53A Security Controls for Assess Only systems.
• Ensure traceability of all vulnerabilities from raw assessment results to the POA&M.
• Support the continuous monitoring program as necessary.

Required Education and Experience:

• A DoD Secret clearance is required for this position.
• BA or BS degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related technical discipline.
• IAT Level 2 certification or higher (ex. CompTIA Security+, CASP, CISSP).
• 5 or more years of experience with DoD Security Control Assessments, Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP)/ DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Familiarity with network mapping, vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., ACAS, Nessus), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirement Guides (SRGs).
• Demonstrated working knowledge of DoD Information Assurance and Cybersecurity policies, procedures and practices including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53.
• Network Knowledge: Strong understanding of general networking concepts (TCP/IP, OSPF, etc.).

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Possess a Navy Qualified Validator Certification (NQV) and be in good standing (be on the current NQV list).
• Familiarity with US Naval systems.
• Systems Engineering experience.

Competencies:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, to all levels of customer and company leadership.
• Capable of effectively working and problem solving in both independent and team environments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.

Additional eligibility requirements

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

Current Secret clearance.

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting 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.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.

Telework:

• Telework may be allowed up to 25% depending on client support requirements.

Travel:

• Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.

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