Cybersecurity Program Lead
American Systems · Middletown, RI, US
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**Cybersecurity Program Lead** **Overview** AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a **Cybersecurity Program Lead** to support complex customer programs requiring expertise across cybersecurity, information assurance, systems security, and program execution. You will serve as a key technical and programmatic point of contact, coordinating stakeholders and balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution. **Responsibilities** - Lead cybersecurity, compliance, risk management, and systems security activities across customer applications, networks, and information systems. - Operate in an **ISSO-type role**, supporting **Certification & Accreditation (C&A)**, developing/maintaining security documentation, evaluating security controls, identifying compliance gaps, and recommending corrective actions. - Apply strong familiarity with **RMF**, **NIST-based security controls**, **STIGs**, **POA&M management**, and **ATO package support** to ensure systems meet federal/DoD/customer/organizational requirements. - Develop, maintain, and oversee security documentation and artifacts, including: - System Security Plans (SSP) - Contingency Plans - Security Test & Evaluation (ST&E) plans - Assessment materials and related compliance deliverables - Conduct/support risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, compliance reviews, and remediation tracking; drive resolution of security findings. - Oversee secure configuration practices, security tool implementation/validation, compliance scan review, and continuous monitoring; support incident response and audit readiness as needed. - Serve as a liaison among developers, users, program managers, system administrators, security managers, validators, customer representatives, subcontractors, and vendors. - Lead/facilitate meetings, working sessions, and briefings to communicate security status, risks, vulnerabilities, assessment results, and remediation progress. - Provide technical review/oversight of system architectures and program documentation; recommend improvements to strengthen security posture and program execution. - Work independently to establish and grow cybersecurity support activities while maintaining alignment across stakeholders. **Qualifications** - **Active Secret clearance required** (or eligibility for reinstatement). - **Bachelor’s degree** in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related field. - **8+ years** of related experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, systems security, risk management, compliance, program support, or related discipline. - Experience supporting cybersecurity/information assurance for complex systems, applications, or networked environments. - Experience supporting **DoD, Navy, or other federal programs**. - **CSWF certification required** with **CompTIA Security+** strongly preferred. - Experience developing/maintaining security documentation (e.g., security plans, contingency plans, assessment artifacts, authorization package materials). - Experience supporting security assessments, vulnerability management, remediation tracking, and compliance activities. - Working knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements, risk management practices, and security control frameworks. - Ability to analyze security requirements, identify compliance gaps, and coordinate corrective actions. - Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and operate in a highly autonomo
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