Cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization SME
Key Responsibilities
- Possessing an understanding of how security controls identified in the NIST 800-53 apply to the process of assessing and authorizing a large organization’s IT infrastructure such as DLA, in which there is a compilation of large and small enclaves, Cloud Hosted Services, Operational Technology, AIS applications and outsourced IT processes.
- Determining the residual risk of an identified vulnerability (e.g., non-compliant security control) and determining the possible ramifications on the system’s current or future authorization.
- Briefs senior management on the progress or results of an information system undergoing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
Preferred Qualifications
- Possess excellent analytical and writing skills.
- Possess Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.) knowledge.
- Possess experience working with DoD/DLA.
Requirements
- KP-1 Enterprise RMF & Authorization Lead: Purpose: Serves as the senior cybersecurity authority for enterprise RMF execution, authorization strategy, and executive engagement across the DLA portfolio. Leads assessment, authorization, and risk management activities while serving as the primary advisor for AO, SCA, ISSM, and PM stakeholders.
- KP-2 Security Control Assessment Lead: Leads security control assessment, independent validation, compliance reviews, and risk determination activities. Responsible for ensuring assessment consistency and quality across the enterprise workload.
- KP-3 Continuous Monitoring & Vulnerability Management Lead: Leads ongoing cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability management, remediation tracking, STIG validation, and continuous monitoring operations throughout system lifecycles.
- KP-4 OT, Cloud & Emerging Technology Security Lead: Serves as the lead for Operational Technology (OT), Facility Related Control Systems (FRCS), cloud-hosted environments, and specialized authorization efforts requiring advanced cybersecurity expertise.
Qualifications
- Five years RMF, C&A, and DoD cybersecurity experience.
- Experience conducting authorization reviews.
- Secret clearance Tier 3/NACLC/ANACI IAM Level III certification.
- CISSP CAP.
- Former ISSM, SCA, AO support staff, or Cyber Program Lead DLA or Fourth Estate experience.
- eMASS administration experience.
- Experience briefing SES and Flag Officer equivalents.
Benefits
Total Rewards Statement: We believe in fairness and clarity throughout our hiring process. The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $125,000.00 USD. This is a good-faith range based on factors such as your experience, geographic location, and any applicable contractual requirements, and may vary slightly. Beyond salary, we provide a robust benefits package and encourage ongoing professional development, because your growth and well-being matter to us. We’re excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us!
Connected Logistics respects the need for confidentiality for all applicants. Connected Logistics has been named a 2026 WTOP Top Workplace in the medium sized business category. Our mission is clear: we deliver mission-focused IT, cybersecurity, logistics, and enterprise modernization support to federal agencies. When we invest in our people and create an environment where they feel valued and empowered, we deliver stronger outcomes for our clients and the missions we support.
We offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, and generous Paid Time Off.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans.