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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Specialist - **Company:** Ignite, LLC - **Location:** New Orleans, LA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Business Systems, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Networking Hardware, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18261315?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18261315%2FCybersecurity-Specialist-Louisiana-New-Orleans ## About the Role Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity & Risk Management Framework (RMF) Specialist to support a US Navy / US Marine Corps program office within the New Orleans region. This role requires hands-on cybersecurity engineering expertise, strong knowledge of DoD and DoN security requirements, and validated experience serving independently as a Fully Qualified Navy Validator. The Specialist will ensure that systems meet all cybersecurity and acquisition protection requirements throughout their lifecycle., * Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field. * In lieu of Bachelor's degree; High School Diploma plus 18 years of relevant experience. * Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering, computer science, or information technology, including at least 8 years of direct Cybersecurity experience. * Demonstrated experience with DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes (DoDI 8510.01). * Possess a DoW-approved Information Assurance Manager Level II (IAM-II) certification such as: * + CISSP + GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GLSC) + Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) * Must be a Fully Qualified Navy Validator, with proven experience serving independently across multiple RMF authorization packages. * Active DoW Secret Clearance. * Ability to work onsite in a structured government environment. * Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with Navy and Marine Corps program stakeholders. * Experience supporting fleet, enterprise, or business system cybersecurity requirements is highly desirable. ## Description * Create, revise, and update IT and Cybersecurity standards and policies supporting Navy and Marine Corps programs. * Review engineering artifacts to ensure compliance with DoW/DoN Cybersecurity requirements, including DoD Cybersecurity Test & Evaluation Guidebook alignment. * Participate in Program Reviews to verify all cybersecurity requirements are fully met. * Validate penetration tests and vulnerability assessments using approved DoD tools, including DISA STIGs, Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), and other DoW/DoN assurance tools. * Validate operating system and network device configurations against DISA-approved STIG and SRG requirements * Conduct independent Navy Validator activities for multiple Security Authorization Packages under RMF. * Validate cybersecurity assessments, audits, and risk analysis processes. * Prepare RMF artifacts, including Memoranda of Agreement (MoAs) for system interfaces and network implementations. * Provide RMF support consistent with the Navy's RMF Process Guide. * Participate in FLTCYBERCOM Navy Authorization Official (NAO) RMF-related events. * Analyze, develop, and update Program Protection Plans (PPPs), Cybersecurity Strategies, and security-related acquisition documents. * Ensure acquisition documentation includes all required cybersecurity provisions. * Validate mitigation strategies for DoW information systems. * Confirm that program cybersecurity products comply with all current DoW/DoN requirements. * Identify Common Criteria and NIAP-certified technologies applicable to Navy systems. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [APIs and Architecture for scaling omnichannel payments](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/90-apis-and-architecture-for-scaling-omnichannel-payments) - [Microservices? 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