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Working alongside government cybersecurity personnel as part of the Base Cybersecurity Office (BCO), you will be responsible for ensuring the continuous security, operational availability, and reliability of IT systems and enclaves across unclassified and classified networks.\nRequirements\nKey Responsibilities\nRisk Management Framework (RMF) & A&A: Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and related RMF artifacts to sustain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for NIPRNet and SIPRNet enclaves IAW DoD, DAF, and NIST guidelines. \nNetwork & Boundary Control: Manage Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) registrations and Security Impact Assessments (SIAs). Review boundary modifications and change requests. \nVulnerability & Incident Management: Execute weekly Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scans, manage vulnerability mitigation, and lead coordination and reporting for Negligent Discharge of Classified Information (NDCI) and cybersecurity incidents. \nProgram Oversight & Compliance: Support COMPUSEC, TEMPEST, and Information Assurance Programs (IAP); register systems in eMASS and ITIPS; and lead preparation for Cyber Readiness Inspections (e.g., CCRI). \nLiaison & Training: Provide initial and annual refresher training to Cybersecurity Liaisons (CLs) and advise project teams on security compliance for new technology implementations.\nMinimum Requirements\nClearance: Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance at start. \nExperience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant cybersecurity experience. \nCyber Workforce Compliance:\nAligned to DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Role: Information Systems Security Manager (722) - Advanced. \nCompliant with DoD 8140 / 8570 qualification standards. \nTechnical Proficiency: Deep expertise with Risk Management Framework (RMF), eMASS, ACAS, NIST SP 800-37/800-53, and DISA STIGs. \nPreferred Qualifications\nAdvanced professional cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or equivalent DCWF Advanced-level credentials). \nExperience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC) or Department of the Air Force/Space Force IT infrastructure. \nFamiliarity with AFSCI or Special Access Program (SAP) security protocols.\nAbout Ares Enterprise\nAres Enterprise, LLC is a Woman-Owned Small Business delivering innovative information technology solutions and professional services to Federal Government customers. 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