Level IV Navy Qualified Validator (Secret Clearance) en RedTrace Technologies Inc

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: SECRET CLEARANCE

This position is 100% on-site.

***POSITION REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP***
 

Position Description:

We are seeking an experienced Level IV Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) to provide advanced cybersecurity validation, assessment, and compliance support to Navy systems and programs. The Level IV NQV will serve as a senior subject matter expert (SME) in the execution of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring compliance with Department of the Navy, DoD, and federal cybersecurity policies. This role involves leading and/or supporting Authorizing Officials (AO)/Assess & Authorize (A&A) Package Assessments, Validation Documentation, Compliance Reporting, complex validations, mentoring junior validators, and supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions for critical Navy mission systems.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and perform validation of Navy information systems in accordance with DoD and DON RMF guidance, including NIST SP 800-53 security controls
• Review and validate Security Authorization Packages in eMASS, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Conduct independent assessments of Navy system security controls, providing expert findings, recommendations, and risk mitigations
• Support Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Interim ATO (IATO) packages by validating implementation evidence and verifying compliance with DON CIO and NAVIFOR requirements
• Serve as a liaison with Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs), Program Managers, ISSMs, and ISSOs to provide validation expertise and risk advisory services
• Mentor and provide oversight to Level I–III Validators, ensuring quality and consistency in validation deliverables
• Apply subject matter expertise to evaluate complex systems, including classified environments, cross-domain solutions, and critical operational platforms
• Track and report on validation status, risk posture, and compliance readiness to Navy leadership and government stakeholders
• Ensure validation activities comply with DoD 8570/8140, DoDI 8510.01, SECNAV M-5239.1, and associated DON guidance

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science is desired
• Navy Qualified Validator – Level IV designation (must be from the Navy Certification Authority, current and active)
• Minimum of 10+ years of cybersecurity/IA experience, with at least 5 years supporting DoD or Navy programs
• Extensive knowledge of the DoD RMF process, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, Navy Security Controls Assessor Risk Assessment Guide, and DoD/DON cybersecurity requirements
• Demonstrated experience using Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) for Navy systems
• Proven experience leading cybersecurity assessments and validations for large, complex, or classified systems
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to senior leadership
• Must meet DoD 8570/8140 requirements for IAM-II or IASAE-III (CISSP, CISM, CAP, or equivalent)

Desired:

• Prior experience supporting NAVIFOR, SPAWAR/NIWC, NAVAIR, or NAVSEA cybersecurity programs
• Experience with Cloud, AI/ML-enabled systems, weapons platforms, or critical infrastructure validation
• Knowledge of Navy cybersecurity compliance tools such as ACAS, HBSS, and ESS
• Active DoD Secret clearance

• Competitive salary for well qualified applicants
• 401(k) plan
• Annual performance bonus
• Certification and advanced degree attainment bonuses
• Student Loan / Tuition reimbursement
• Health Care Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Up to four weeks of paid vacation
• 11 Federal Holidays, and 3 Floating Holidays
• Team bonding events

RedTrace Technologies is an EOE employer.