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<span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Title:</b> Cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization (A&A) SME<br><b>Security Clearance:</b> IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive or Tier 3 (T3) Secret</span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Location: </b>Remote or DLA HQ, Fort Belvoir, VA</span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Certifications: </b>Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) and DoD 8570/8140 Category IAT Level II (i.e., Sec+ CE), and at least one industry-recognized Cloud certification.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Overview:</b><br>Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a potential opportunity leading Assessment and Authorization (A&A) efforts for complex information systems. The SME will guide the application of cybersecurity policies, NIST 800-53 controls, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to support system authorization, audit readiness, and ongoing compliance across large-scale IT environments.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Serve as a DOD cybersecurity SME for information systems undergoing A&A.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Apply NIST 800-53 security controls to assess and authorize large, multi-enclave IT infrastructures, including AIS applications and IT processes.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Evaluate vulnerabilities, determine severity, and assess potential impacts on system authorizations.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Support audit readiness and sustainment by participating in audits and producing compliance documentation.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Maintain RMF, ATO, and audit documentation in a central repository, ensuring all artifacts, modifications, and dates are properly recorded.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Required Qualifications:</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with RMF and NIST A&A, including Zero Trust, SCCA FRD, and SRG frameworks.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Active IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) at proposal submission.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">DoD 8570/8140 Category IAT Level II certification at time of submission.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong business and technical writing skills.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">At least one industry-recognized Cloud certification.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Experience & Expertise:</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Comprehensive understanding of DoD cybersecurity authorization processes, policies, and procedures.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Knowledge of emerging technology cybersecurity, including Cloud, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), warehouse execution systems, and Operational Technology (OT) infrastructures.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Proven experience in assessing information assurance controls and conducting A&A reviews for large, complex organizations.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Experience supporting DoD audit readiness initiatives.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving complex security issues.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>About Nationwide IT Services (NIS):</b><br>NIS is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business delivering IT and management consulting solutions. We leverage technology, people, and industry best practices to provide innovative, value-added services to our customers.</span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Benefits:</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Medical, dental, and vision insurance</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Life and disability insurance</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">401(k) with employer match</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Paid holidays, PTO (sick/vacation)</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Commuter benefits</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Educational reimbursement</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Pet insurance</span></span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Equal Opportunity Employer:</b><br>Nationwide IT Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, disability, or protected veteran status.</span></span></span><br><br> 

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