Cyber Security Project Manager with Security Clearance

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Job description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Cyber Security Project Manager (PM) to add significant value to a team of motivated, self-directed individuals for the planning and production support of Project Management functions supporting a large datacenter cyber team. The ideal candidate will be motivated, organized, operate with a high sense of urgency and be highly detail oriented. Candidates will also apply industry PM experience to execute management efforts independently and advise stakeholders on recommended execution plans and capabilities. Candidates should have knowledge in execution of multiple types of PM methodologies (Waterfall, scrum, kanban, etc.). The PM will assist a DoD ISSM client by providing direct PM support, cyber security reporting, process improvement, mission owner cyber security coordination, cyber knowledge management, cyber inspection management, audit readiness, data gathering and analysis to identify issues and trends impeding client audit goals and objectives; apply knowledge of general business practices to support the oversight of development and implementation of corrective actions to transform the client's business environment; provide support in developing high quality work products and client deliverables under the direction of the government; coordinate routinely with the government to ensure the timely completion of tasks and deliverables with specified due dates. This is a HYBRID position and will require 1 day onsite per week and additional days as needed. Candidates will need to live within one hour of Hanahan, SC. Roles and Responsibilities: Conduct daily standups and manage kanban boards for ISSM Support.
Provide full support for external audits and inspections of the environments (most common is Cyber Operational Readiness Assessment (CORA).
Support the government ISSM directly in a PM capacity.
Oversee cybersecurity reporting to include identifying, developing, and maintaining reporting metrics for cyber functions, Audit Readiness Self-Assessment Reports.
Review reports to ensure scoring accuracy and stakeholder lists.
Notify stakeholders of new monthly scores.
Develop and review policies and procedures in support of compliancy initiatives.
Support cyber process improvement leads to identify areas of improvement.
Develop working groups to define project.
Perform project management duties to involve appropriate stakeholders.
Manage working groups to ensure project plan is executed.
Perform Ad-hoc ISSM duties.
Continuous monitoring process development.
Research and develop automation using Navy tools and techniques.
Manage and perform Cyber Directive activities.
Conduct Mission Owner cybersecurity coordination.
Perform/oversee cyber knowledge management functions.
All other tasks, as requested. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements
Desired/Required Skills Six (6) years of direct experience with IT project management required.
Consulting experience in support of any of the following areas: DON Enterprise IT Control Standards, NIST Standards, DON Implementation of Risk Management Framework (RMF) is required.
Knowledge of RMF Control Family control compliance is required.
Knowledge of risk assessment and/or enterprise risk management concepts is a plus.
Familiarity with CND Directives, Contributing Factors and Operational Behaviors regarding CORA is a plus.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to be self-motivated and demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to facilitate client meetings and workshops to define client processes and needs.
Ability to confidently interact with senior-level client personnel, including supporting the preparation of and participating in executive briefings.
Participate in and actively support mentoring relationships within practice.
Agile Scrum and Kanban experience.
Basic MS Project knowledge is required, expert knowledge is a plus.
2+ years of experience using Atlassian Tool suite (JIRA/Confluence) - Expert knowledge is a plus.
Experience using Microsoft Office 365 Tool Suite (Teams, MS Planner, SharePoint, Lists, OneDrive, etc.)
One or more of the following Certifications (or commensurate): PMP, PMI-RMP, plus the Certified Scrum Master certification.
Ability to work cooperatively in a multi-functional team environment (team player).
Ability to collaborate with awareness and responsiveness to customer needs.
Commitment to continuous development and improvement.
Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
Ability to gauge the roles and responsibilities of key players and effectively resolve escalation of technical issues or conflict across an organization, as needed.
Ability to resolve conflict at the lowest level.
A strong sense of urgency including self-governance on task priority.
Ability to coach, motivate teams, and monitor scrum processes to increase efficiency.
A strong drive for execution and completion - Independent problem solving is key.
Strong knowledge of remote collaboration tools and ways to best leverage them.
Ability to demonstrate flexibility and innovation.
Requires strong research, reporting, and writing/editorial skills.
Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher required. About the Company: NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients. Benefits: Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee's medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
Company provides short and long term disability plans.
401(k) match up to 10% of the employee's salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
Comprehensive training and development program.
11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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