Security Assessor

Nexagen Networks•Fort Detrick, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Security Assessor Security Clearance Requirement: Current and Active DoD Top Secret Salary Range: $120K – $170K (The salary range provided is a general guideline. Nexagen Networks considers various factors when determining base salary offers, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.) As a Security Assessor, you will join a high-performing team dedicated to cybersecurity excellence, innovation, and mission-critical support operations. At Nexagen, you will play a key role in supporting enterprise cybersecurity initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with DoD and USSF cybersecurity standards. With outstanding benefits and strong growth opportunities, you will thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Nexagen Networks is a trusted partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies, including the Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Navy, DHS, and United States Space Force (USSF). With more than 20 years of industry expertise, we deliver exceptional lifecycle professional services spanning Research and Development, Cloud Engineering, Digital Modernization, Systems and Software Engineering, DevSecOps, ITSM, Cybersecurity, Satellite Communication (SATCOM), RMF-FedRAMP, Logistics, Training, Exercises, COMSEC, and IT/Networking. Job Description Nexagen Networks is seeking an experienced Security Control Assessor to plan, direct, and coordinate cybersecurity activities in support of USSF programs. This role is responsible for performing cyber security risk analysis, ensuring compliance with DoD, Army, and USSF cybersecurity requirements, and maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong cyber security leadership experience, deep knowledge of security policies, controls and assessment tools, and the ability to navigate enterprise-level cybersecurity programs within regulated government environments.

Requirements

Top Secret Clearance
4-6 years cybersecurity experience
Knowledge of hardware and software installation, testing, and operation
Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, Domain Name System (DNS)
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
Understanding of Host-Based Security System (HBSS)
Understanding of IP Networking, switches
Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to reprioritize tasking on short notice and identify & communicate impact of change
Quick learner, creative, resourceful, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in related field is preferred
DoD experience preferred or military training
DISA certified for Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

Responsibilities

Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support Wideband Control software and cybersecurity audits, system accreditation and other program protection activities.
Conduct technical evaluation of information system designs, focusing on information security aspects and accreditation.
Monitor, evaluate, and maintain systems and procedures to safeguard information systems, networks and databases.
Will perform, read and interpret Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) results.
Perform as an Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) administrator.
Review of the subsystem cyber related documentation.
Travel is required.