Overview

Goldbelt Nighthawk offers sound solutions in software development and both defensive and proactive cybersecurity. Nighthawk offers an integrated, holistic cybersecurity workforce that is enthusiastic, continuously learning, and progressive. The team is fully committed to implementing dynamic cybersecurity solutions that effectively address the needs of customers. Nighthawk’s flexibility and expertise across the cybersecurity field provides customized solutions to our customer's unique needs. 

Summary:

The Project Manager will manage a team of Security Control Assessor – Representatives (SCA-Rs) reviewing System Security Plans, support the review process, perform tracking and reporting on metrics and deliverables, and assist with business process improvement efforts.

This is a Part-time position located in Quantico, VA with general working hours between 9:00am - 2:00pm.  

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of all National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53 Security Controls
• Maintain working knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), and NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidance and policies Build an internal capability that is increasingly risk-based and adaptive
• Actively observe and understand current business practices
• Develop approaches for promoting lessons learned and communication of outcomes Propose means or methods of streamlining activities
• Outline functional areas of improvement, propose viable solutions, and determine technical methodologies
• Establish a tracking mechanism for action items and maintain the tracker
• Provide a monthly status report, containing an Executive Summary, information on significant activities, progress report, status of funding and personnel, lessons learned (when applicable)
• As requested by the COR, organize meetings in support of this effort: Plan the meeting, including coordinating schedules of attendees, sending out “save the dates” via e-mail (if necessary), meeting invitations, agenda, and any documents necessary for the meeting
• Coordinate with an alternate to act on behalf of the Contractor when the Project Manager is absent

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid client service, time management and leadership skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
• Program/project management experience leading teams in conducting analysis or security assessments, and review and/or development of system security plans
• Expertise in the development and review of System Security Plans (SSPs)
• Knowledge of the Defense Security Service (DSS) Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and National Industrial Security Program (NISP)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Engineering preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• At least eight years of hands-on cybersecurity and security analysis experience
• Certified at IAT Level II (CCNA Security, CSA , GICSP, GSEC, Security CE, SSCP)
• Secret clearance
• Ability to pass an employer background check
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field of study