Senior Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Analyst

Date Posted:

2024-07-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA543: 22270 Pacific Blvd, Dulles 22270 Pacific Boulevard Building CC5, Sterling, VA, 20166-6924 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings.

As a Senior Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in achieving these objectives by leveraging your expertise in DFARs, NIST 800-171, and CMMC.

As a Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Analyst at Nightwing, you will be responsible for assessing and managing cybersecurity risks, ensuring compliance with DFARs (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), NIST 800-171 (National Institute of Standards and Technology), and CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) requirements. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture and meet regulatory obligations.

• Support internal audit processes for control validation Includes compliance with DFARs cybersecurity requirements including 800-171.

• Guide the organization through the process of achieving and maintaining CMMC certification, including conducting readiness assessments and facilitating audits.

• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies on corporate networks/systems and Program Unique Environments (PUEs)

• Collaborate with ISSOs to achieve Authorization and Accreditation of US government systems on programs as required.

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure alignment with regulatory standards.

• Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness and best practices among employees through training and communication.

• Implement continuous monitoring programs to track compliance and security status, and report findings to management.

• Collaborate with Legal and Supply Chain functions to create a framework to evaluate and assess third-party vendors for cybersecurity compliance and risk management.

• Prepare and present compliance reports and findings to senior management and external auditors.

• Review outputs from POAMs to assess completeness and make recommendations for any further work needed or POAM closure.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are a plus.

• Minimum of [8 years] of experience in cybersecurity risk and compliance, with a strong focus on DFARs, NIST 800-171, and CMMC.

• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices. (i.e. NIST, ISO27001, CMMC)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risks effectively.

• Excellent communication skills to convey complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with GRC and Information security tools/technologies to collect and maintain security and risk information

• Experience with cybersecurity tools and technologies for monitoring and compliance tracking.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Desired:

• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are a plus.

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and