Clinger Cohen Act (CCA) / Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist

Sabre Systems Inc.-posted 3 months ago

$70,000 - $200,000/Yr

Senior

501-1,000 employees

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Sabre Systems is hiring for a Clinger Cohen Act (CCA) / Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist to support one of our customers located at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, MD. The Senior CCA and Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist will provide expert-level guidance and support to ensure documentation of compliance with the Clinger-Cohen Act (CCA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Cybersecurity Strategy requirements for NAVAIR programs and systems. This role involves working closely with Program Managers, system owners, cybersecurity teams, and procurement personnel to ensure that the record of IT investment decisions intended to align with mission objectives, deliver value, meet all statutory and regulatory requirements established under U.S.C. 40 Subsection III (Clinger Cohen Act [CCA]). The specialist will also play a critical role in developing, reviewing, and implementing cybersecurity strategies compliant with U.S.C. 10 Section 2223 and U.S.C.44 Section 3502 (Federal Information Assurance Management Act [FISMA]) to protect NAVAIR’s mission-critical and mission essential, systems and data. These requirements apply to major acquisition and defense business systems, IT services and minor IT procurements (hardware, software, firmware).

Assist PMOs with ensuring all IT investments comply with the Clinger-Cohen Act by aligning with NAVAIR’s strategic goals and DoD IT governance frameworks.
Conduct reviews of IT acquisition strategies, business cases, and program documentation to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with program managers, acquisition teams, and other stakeholders to ensure proper documentation of how IT investments met or plans to invest in IT meet mission needs and comply with CCA requirements.
Provide training and guidance on CCA compliance to program teams and leadership.
Ensure PEO/PMA, system owners’ development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies align with DoD and NAVAIR policies, including National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), DON Risk Management Framework (RMF), cyber resilience and survivability and Zero Trust Architecture principles.
Conduct liaisons at both first echelon and second echelon to achieve approvals from cognizant authorities.
Ensure cybersecurity strategies (documents) address emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mission-critical requirements to achieve formal approval by cognizant authority as documented in SECNAV 5000,2G and Department of War Acquisition University (DAU) Adaptive Acquisition Framework Document Identification (AAFDID).
Work closely with cybersecurity teams, system owners, and program managers to integrate cybersecurity requirements into system development and acquisition processes.
Serve as a liaison between NAVAIR and external entities, including DoD, Navy, and industry partners, on cybersecurity compliance matters.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT governance, cybersecurity, or related fields, with at least 5 years supporting DoD programs.
Demonstrated experience with Clinger-Cohen Act compliance, including IT investment management and Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) processes.
Proven expertise in developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies for large, complex organizations.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Active DoD Secret Clearance is required. A DoD Top Secret Clearance is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of the CCA, DoD IT governance frameworks, and related policies.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-59 and Zero Trust Architecture.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex IT and cybersecurity challenges.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency in tools such as eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service), DoD IT Portfolio Repository (DITPR), and other DoD IT management systems.

Experience supporting NAVAIR programs or other Navy/DoD Organizations.
Familiarity with Navy IT systems, networks, and acquisition processes.
Knowledge of emerging technologies, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and edge computing, and their implications for cybersecurity and IT governance.

Comprehensive, evolving benefits designed to meet diverse needs.
Commitment to a welcoming, inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

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