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Arlo Solutions · 1 hour ago

(628) Fully Qualified Navy Validator III

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Arlo Solutions is an information technology consulting services company specializing in delivering technology solutions. They are seeking a Fully Qualified Navy Validator III to serve as a senior cybersecurity validation specialist, providing comprehensive Risk Management Framework (RMF) package validation and assessment services for naval systems.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform and support activities as a certified Navy Validator for Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages

Ensure strict separation of duties between the Information System Security Manager (ISSM)/Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) and Navy Qualified Validator roles

Maintain current NQV Level III certification and comply with all associated requirements

Act as a trusted agent to the Security Control Assessor (SCA) and SCA Liaison throughout the validation process

Prepare comprehensive Security Assessment Plans (SAPs) with input from system ISSEs and ISSMs

Submit SAPs for approval by the SCA prior to validation activities

Conduct independent third-party assessments to validate that systems have implemented approved security control baselines

Perform on-site validation testing as required for afloat and PIT ashore systems

Execute validation activities in accordance with DON SCA office requirements and procedures

Develop comprehensive Security Assessment Reports (SARs) to document residual risk of non-compliant security controls

Create SAR Executive Summaries and Functional Security Control Assessor (FSCA) Appendices

Document residual risk in Risk Assessment Reports (RARs) in accordance with NAVSEAINST 9400.2 instruction

Provide detailed briefings to Program Managers and ISSMs on validation findings and recommendations

Ensure all validation documentation meets DON, NAVSEA Business Rules, and DoD cybersecurity standards

Conduct comprehensive risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed systems

Identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs through systematic validation processes

Perform systems security reviews, audits, and evaluations to ensure accreditation documents accurately represent current risk posture

Validate compliance with all applicable Controls and Assessment Procedures (APs) for assigned DON systems

Develop appropriate test procedures when necessary and execute comprehensive security testing protocols

Validate RMF packages in accordance with DoD Instruction 8510.01, NAVSEA Business Rules, and DON RMF Process Guides

Review and assess Authorization Boundary Diagrams, Defense in Depth Diagrams, Security Plans, and other RMF artifacts

Evaluate system compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP-800-37, SP-800-53 Rev 4, and applicable cybersecurity frameworks

Support continuous monitoring activities to maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) status

Coordinate validation activities with government personnel, system owners, and other RMF stakeholders

Perform detailed technical documentation analysis of software/hardware associated with systems and components

Develop system architecture diagrams, software design requirements, and network connection diagrams

Create and maintain vulnerability assessments and security compliance documentation

Analyze logs, events, and reporting from various data collection tools including Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security Systems (HBSS), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and firewall systems

Present validation findings and submit comprehensive data to management in a cohesive manner

Write technical documentation including user manuals, reports, policies, presentations, and security assessments

Develop RMF plans, policies, and procedural documentation for multiple platforms

Create comprehensive vulnerability assessments and risk assessment reports

Support development of technical documents across configuration management and RMF documentation platforms

Communicate validation results and recommendations effectively to all levels of management

Ensure all validation activities comply with published Navy, NAVSEA Business Rules, NIST standards, and DoD regulations

Verify accuracy of security control implementations and document any deficiencies or non-compliance issues

Support Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) activities including validation of remediation efforts

Test systems to verify adequate functionality for mission and project requirements while maintaining security posture

Maintain security clearance and comply with all security requirements specified in the contract

Qualification

Navy Qualified ValidatorRisk Management FrameworkInformation Assurance ManagementCybersecurity ComplianceNIST StandardsVulnerability AssessmentTechnical DocumentationTechnical WritingCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Active Secret security clearance

Bachelor's degree in computer science from an accredited college or university

Five (5) years of professional experience in the management of Information Assurance Technical (IAT), certification agents, and system engineers on compliance requirements to achieve certification and accreditation in accordance with the DoD RMF program and DON Chief Information Officer (CIO) IA Policy for Platform Information Technology (PIT) Systems

Must demonstrate at least one of the following Information Assurance Management (IAM)/IAT Level 2 certifications (acceptable certifications include: CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP or Associate, GSLC, CCISO, or HCISPP)

Must provide evidence of current NQV Level III certification

Maintain current IAM/IAT Level 2 certification with required Continuing Professional Education (CPE) as mandated by certification body

Maintain current NQV Level III certification and complete all required training

Complete all required Government mandated training including Antiterrorism Level 1 Awareness, Operations Security (OPSEC), Cybersecurity 101 Training, and other security-related training as specified