(626) Information System Security Specialist III

Arlo Solutions LLC•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialist, Information System Security III (SISS3) will support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Department 40 as contractor staff through Arlo Solutions. This key personnel position provides senior-level cybersecurity expertise and technical execution in support of Propulsion, Power & Auxiliary Machinery Systems Cybersecurity requirements, with specific focus on Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle activities, Assessment & Authorization (A&A), and ongoing compliance and assurance across Navy afloat and ashore environments. The SISS3 is responsible for the development, validation, implementation, and continuous monitoring of cybersecurity controls in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DON), and Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) policy.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Active Secret security clearance
Target Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate
Target Experience: Five (5) years of experience in the following areas: Cybersecurity, Engineering, Test and Evaluation (T&E), or A&A related field
Information Assurance tools such as Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) eMASS and ACAS
Microsoft Windows Operating System Administration, including Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 7, and Windows XP (at a minimum)
Command line interface, PowerShell, and performing automated tasking through use of code
Minimum Certification: Must demonstrate at least one of the following Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2 certifications (acceptable certifications include: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP)
Maintain current IAT Level 2 certification with required Continuing Professional Education (CPE) as mandated by certification body
Complete all required Government mandated training including Antiterrorism Level 1 Awareness, Operations Security (OPSEC), Cybersecurity 101 Training, and other security-related training as specified

Nice To Haves

Experience with Navy cybersecurity programs and RMF processes
Familiarity with NIST Special Publications and DoD cybersecurity instructions
Experience with eMASS, VRAM, ACAS, and other DoD cybersecurity systems
Knowledge of Navy and DoD organizational structure
Experience supporting NAVSEA or other Navy commands
Professional experience in DoD or Navy environments

Responsibilities

Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs
Execute Security Assessment Plans (SAPs) by conducting on-site testing for afloat and Platform Information Technology (PIT) ashore systems
Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), and perform Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scanning
Implement security patches and configuration changes to obtain cybersecurity compliance and remediate vulnerabilities
Perform analysis of logs, events, and reporting from various data collection tools including ACAS, Host Based Security Systems (HBSS), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), firewall systems, and intrusion detection systems
Develop and maintain Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for all Information Assurance-related tasks and deliverables in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
Support continuous monitoring activities for authorized systems to maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) status
Document residual risks based on package content and assessment results for Security Controls Assessor review
Maintain current vulnerability scan data and residual risk POA&Ms in Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM)
Ensure compliance with NIST SP-800-37, SP-800-53 Rev 4, DoD Instruction 8510.01, and NAVSEA Business Rules
Conduct systems security reviews, audits, and evaluations to ensure accreditation documents accurately represent current risk posture
Monitor and assess impacts from observed cybersecurity risks and report via the Cybersecurity Program chain of command
Perform evaluation of system administrator and security engineer proposed corrections to ensure compliance
Test systems to verify adequate functionality for mission and project requirements
Support Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) activities including remediation, patching, and scanning
Develop technical documentation including vulnerability assessments, risk assessments, and security compliance reports
Create and maintain system architecture diagrams, authorization boundary diagrams, and defense in depth diagrams
Present and submit data to management, develop comprehensive reports, and produce procedural documentation
Prepare security-related deliverables in accordance with contract CDRLs and government requirements
Provide expert subject matter knowledge of Windows operating systems (Windows 11, 10, 7, XP, 2000, CE 6.0) and Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Apply system configuration changes and software application updates as required by automated security assessment tools
Identify, present, and implement improvements to operating system configuration settings to maintain secure operations
Develop and enhance operating procedures, process guides, and system-level RMF Control Family Plans
Ensure all security requirements and controls are implemented in accordance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity policies
Coordinate with government personnel, system owners, and other stakeholders throughout the RMF process
Support configuration control board practices and track deliverables per A&A guidance
Maintain security clearance and comply with all security requirements specified in the contract