Navy Qualified Validator (HYBRID/REMOTE)
Paragon Cyber SolutionsPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States β’ Key West, Florida, United States β’ Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Posted October 2, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
πππππππ πππππ πππππππππ | An 8(a), EDWOSB, SDVOSB, and CMMC-C3PAO firm specializing in cybersecurity, information technology, and workforce development for federal agencies. β SBA 8(a) Certified β SBA EDWOSB Certified β SBA SDVOSB Certified β CMMC-C3PAO ππππ ππΌπ±π²: 7QGV4 π¨ππ: VLU4CPPTS9A4 π¦π’ππ¨π§ππ’π‘π¦: π―Cybersecurity Services π―Information Technology π―Workforce Development ππππππ₯ππ‘π§πππ§π’π₯π¦ | Paragon Cyber Solutions has over 20+ years of experience in Cybersecurity. We have certifications in: CISSP, CISM, CEH, CHFI, PMP, CompTIA, SCRUM, & ITIL. In the past, we have had a 100% Pass Rate for RMF Authorizations & Zero Findings for ISO 27001 Assessments for our customers. π£ππ¦π§ π£ππ₯ππ’π₯π ππ‘ππ: β USSOCOM | SOF AT&L β DoD | USTRANSCOM β DoD | USAF β DoD | Army | MRDC β DoD | DON | CIWT β DoD | USSF | NDC β USSOCOM | J4 Risk Management Framework (RMF), Systems Engineering, Curriculum Development, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Engineering, Interactive Courseware, Penetration Testing, Configuration Management, Professional Certifications, Security Awareness Training, IT Infrastructure, Recruitment Process Outsourcing, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), DevSecOps, IT Training, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Software Configuration Management, Cybersecurity Apprenticeship, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), System Administration, CompTIA Authorized, Compliance Audits, Specialized Military Training, Security Engineering, Technical Support Services, Apprenticeship Programs, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), IT Governance, Training Needs Assessment, Continuous Monitoring (ConMon), IT Service Management, Performance Management, Threat Intelligence, Network Design and Maintenance, Training Implementation, Incident Response, Data Integration, Security Gap Analysis, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), E-learning Solutions, Authorization to Operate (ATO)
Job Description
Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking an experienced Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) III to support a mission-critical Department of Defense cybersecurity effort at Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with RMF and DoD cybersecurity requirements and directly influences system accreditation decisions.
Requirements
- Serve as the Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) for systems undergoing Authorization & Assessment (A&A).
- Validate RMF lifecycle documentation, including Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
- Perform system assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls in accordance with DoN, DoD, and NIST guidelines.
- Identify and document system vulnerabilities, risks, and compliance gaps, and recommend corrective actions.
- Provide expert consultation to system owners and stakeholders regarding RMF implementation, risk analysis, and accreditation best practices.
- Review technical documentation and deliverables to support continuous monitoring and reaccreditation efforts.
- Support site inspections, audits, and reviews as required by the Navy Certification Authority (CA).
- Travel up to 15% including Key West, FL; Norfolk, VA; and other CONUS locations
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Federal Holidays
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Healthy Work-Life Balance