Documentation Specialist jobs in Rock Island, IL

Nexagen Network is proud to thrive as an excellent company that offers excellent perks and great career advancement opportunities. Nexagen has been awarded a long-term contract, supporting the Navy command. We have an opening for Information Assurance Documentation Specialists.

Job Location: Rock Island, IL


Job Description: 

• Review and audit implementation and configuration of RMF monitors and controls
• Prepare and maintain RMF Comprehensive Packages and system ATO artifacts
• Coordinate with system owners to prepare and execute system ATO tasks
• Maintain and update system security status in eMASS
• Develop strategy to obtain ATO based on full RMF packages (senior-level only)
• Assist system administration team to maintain RMF continuous monitoring and associated documentation and reports
• Track and manage resolution of POA&Ms
• Revise and maintain security-related procedures for conducting assessments, scanning, auditing, etc.

• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to produce information in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing while maintaining professionalism and maturity.
• Demonstrated technical expertise with exceptional mathematical, analytical and critical thinking skills and an effective and innovative ability to solve problems.
• Outstanding organizational and attention to detail skills with a demonstrated ability to work in an environment with multiple interruptions while effectively and efficiently prioritizing tasks and responding quickly to situations as they arise.
• Energetic, self-starter with a proven ability to thrive independently with minimal to no supervision as well as on a team in a mentoring and learning environment
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Sensitivity to, and appreciation of cultural, political and geographical differences

• An Associate's Degree in a computer-science related field is required for this position 
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute 
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with each of the following technology skills: 
  • Experience using DoD security management tools including eMASS
  • Working understanding of STIGs
  • Experience with NIST RMF monitoring and controls
  • Experience with preparing system ATO artifacts
  • Experience developing and reviewing system security plans
  • Vulnerability and risk analysis experience
  • Remedy ticketing system
• A minimum of an active Secret Clearance is required for this role. 
• A current DoD 8570 IAT-II Certification (e.g. Security CE, CCNA Security, etc.) is required.