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Watershed Security

Jacksonville, FLJob$95–114K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$95–114K/yr
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Watershed Security is hiring an ISSE. Watershed Security is seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) for a six-month task in Jacksonville, FL. The ISSE will coordinate the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) lifecycle for a PSS alarm monitoring system, focusing on the Risk Management Framework (RMF) re-authorization using NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 controls to achieve an Authority to Operate (ATO). This role involves analyzing the current environment for compliance, addressing End-of-Life (EOL) software risks, and engineering security mitigations.

Key focus areas include Lead the development, analysis, and submission of the Authority to Operate (ATO) package via Navy eMASS., Select, tailor, and validate system security controls specifically mapping to the updated NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 framework., and Utilize Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIG Viewer to scan and evaluate security posture..

Successful candidates bring 7+ Years Cybersecurity Engineering, RMF Package Development Experience, and U.S. Citizen With DoD Secret Clearance. Important skills include RMF Re-Authorization Leadership, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 Alignment, Vulnerability & EOL Assessment, ACAS, DISA STIG Viewer, and Risk Mitigation Planning.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RMF Re-Authorization LeadershipNIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 AlignmentVulnerability & EOL AssessmentACASDISA STIG ViewerRisk Mitigation PlanningConfiguration & Change AdvisoryArtifact GenerationSystem Security Plan (SSP)Risk Assessment Report (RAR)Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)RMF ProcessDISA eMASSTenable NessusWindows Active DirectoryCitrix Virtualization EnvironmentsIoT/OT Physical Security Equipment

Qualifications

7+ Years Cybersecurity Engineering Experience7+ Years Assessment & Authorization (a&a) Experience7+ Years RMF Package Development ExperienceU.S. CitizenActive DoD Secret Security ClearanceBachelor's Degree in Technical Discipline or Equivalent Practical Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Watershed Security, is a Veteran Owned Small Business with over 20 years’ Cybersecurity and Government Contracting experience. Watershed is looking for an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) for a six-month task in Jacksonville, FL, to coordinate the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) lifecycle for a PSS alarm monitoring system. The primary objective of this role is to drive the Risk Management Framework (RMF) re-authorization effort utilizing NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 controls to secure an Authority to Operate (ATO). The ISSE will serve as the primary cybersecurity advisor to the systems team, analyzing the current environment (Windows, Citrix, DVR/Cameras) for compliance, addressing End-of-Life (EOL) software risks, and engineering security mitigations; onsite in Jacksonville, FL.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Key Responsibilities

  • RMF Re-Authorization Leadership: Lead the development, analysis, and submission of the Authority to Operate (ATO) package via Navy eMASS in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

  • NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 Alignment: Select, tailor, and validate system security controls specifically mapping to the updated NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 framework.

  • Vulnerability & EOL Assessment: Utilize Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIG Viewer to scan and evaluate the security posture of Windows domain controllers, Citrix servers, and camera systems.

  • Risk Mitigation Planning: Perform cyber-engineering analysis on End-of-Life (EOL) software components, recommending compensating controls or remediation pathways to the technical lead.

  • Configuration & Change Advisory: Advise the systems engineering team on how proposed software updates and configuration changes will affect system accreditation and compliance.

  • Artifact Generation: Develop and maintain critical cybersecurity artifacts, including the System Security Plan (SSP), Risk Assessment Report (RAR), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).

Qualifications

  • Experience: 7+ years of practical experience in Cybersecurity Engineering, Assessment & Authorization (A&A), and RMF package development.

  • Framework Mastery: Direct, expert working knowledge of the RMF process and specific experience implementing NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 control sets.

  • Tooling Experience: Proficiency with cybersecurity assessment tools, specifically DISA eMASS and ACAS (Tenable Nessus).

  • Technical Environment Knowledge: Understanding of cybersecurity risks associated with Windows Active Directory, Citrix virtualization environments, and IoT/OT physical security equipment (cameras/DVRs).

  • Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen possessing an active DoD Secret security clearance.

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline or equivalent practical experience.

PAY RANGE

Final salary is influenced by factors such as location, contract labor categories, experience, sk

ills, education, and certifications. Watershed offers competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, educational reimbursement, 401K plans with matching, 15 days of PTO to start and 11 paid holidays per year. The proposed salary range for this position is: $95,000.00 - $114,000.00 USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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