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Norfolk, VA (On-Site/Office)
Senior A&A Support Lead
TQI Solutions is looking for proactive, collaborative leaders who want to do meaningful work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and the chance to support important maritime and cybersecurity missions alongside a supportive, experienced team.
We're currently seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Assessment & Authorization (A&A) to support our team in the Norfolk, VA area. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Responsibilities:
• Lead and support the full Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process using the DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Prepare clear, well-organized reports and briefings for leadership that explain risks, findings, and recommended solutions.
• Track and manage RMF and A&A documentation, ensuring systems remain compliant and audit ready.
• Assess information systems, networks, and platforms to identify security gaps or configuration issues.
• Validate and analyze security controls to confirm they're effectively reducing risk.
• Ensure systems align with applicable DoW cybersecurity policies, standards, and frameworks (including NIST and DoW guidance).
• Use eMASS to manage authorization packages, control assessments, and RMF artifacts.
• Review cybersecurity documentation and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Partner with incident response teams to help analyze security events and support remediation efforts.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, sharing best practices and helping the team grow.
• Provide support during off-hours when mission needs require it (occasionally nights, weekends, or holidays).
This is a full-time onsite, salaried, exempt position.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of cybersecurity experience, including hands-on work with DoW RMF and Assessment & Authorization (A&A).
• Experience supporting the full A&A lifecycle for DoW information systems.
• Strong foundation in information technology security and system protection.
• Working knowledge of DoD RMF processes and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Meets DoD 8570.01M IAM Level III (or equivalent) certification requirements.
• Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) Level II designation or equivalent experience.
• Comfortable working in eMASS to manage RMF documentation and authorization workflows.
• Familiarity with DoW cybersecurity policies and regulations (such as the 8500 and 5200 series) and how they apply in operational environments.
• Experience reviewing cybersecurity documents and offering clear, actionable feedback.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief leadership and collaborate effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Certifications:
At least one of the following certifications is required:
• CISSP
• CISM
This role may include travel to other DoW or contractor facilities in support of mission needs.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Candidates must be eligible for a background investigation.
TQI Solutions, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with team members located across VA, MD, DC, NC, HI, and CA. We provide Mission and Information Technology Support Services to Department of War organizations nationwide.
TQI Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion
TQI Solutions is looking for proactive, collaborative leaders who want to do meaningful work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and the chance to support important maritime and cybersecurity missions alongside a supportive, experienced team.
We're currently seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Assessment & Authorization (A&A) to support our team in the Norfolk, VA area. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Responsibilities:
• Lead and support the full Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process using the DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Prepare clear, well-organized reports and briefings for leadership that explain risks, findings, and recommended solutions.
• Track and manage RMF and A&A documentation, ensuring systems remain compliant and audit ready.
• Assess information systems, networks, and platforms to identify security gaps or configuration issues.
• Validate and analyze security controls to confirm they're effectively reducing risk.
• Ensure systems align with applicable DoW cybersecurity policies, standards, and frameworks (including NIST and DoW guidance).
• Use eMASS to manage authorization packages, control assessments, and RMF artifacts.
• Review cybersecurity documentation and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Partner with incident response teams to help analyze security events and support remediation efforts.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, sharing best practices and helping the team grow.
• Provide support during off-hours when mission needs require it (occasionally nights, weekends, or holidays).
This is a full-time onsite, salaried, exempt position.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of cybersecurity experience, including hands-on work with DoW RMF and Assessment & Authorization (A&A).
• Experience supporting the full A&A lifecycle for DoW information systems.
• Strong foundation in information technology security and system protection.
• Working knowledge of DoD RMF processes and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Meets DoD 8570.01M IAM Level III (or equivalent) certification requirements.
• Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) Level II designation or equivalent experience.
• Comfortable working in eMASS to manage RMF documentation and authorization workflows.
• Familiarity with DoW cybersecurity policies and regulations (such as the 8500 and 5200 series) and how they apply in operational environments.
• Experience reviewing cybersecurity documents and offering clear, actionable feedback.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief leadership and collaborate effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Certifications:
At least one of the following certifications is required:
• CISSP
• CISM
This role may include travel to other DoW or contractor facilities in support of mission needs.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Candidates must be eligible for a background investigation.
TQI Solutions, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with team members located across VA, MD, DC, NC, HI, and CA. We provide Mission and Information Technology Support Services to Department of War organizations nationwide.
TQI Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion
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