Lead Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Specialist

1 week ago


Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States Nightwing Full time

Position Overview:

As a pivotal member of Nightwing, the Senior Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Analyst will be instrumental in enhancing our cybersecurity framework and ensuring adherence to critical regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough evaluations of cybersecurity risks and compliance with DFARs, NIST, and CMMC standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bolster the organization’s cybersecurity defenses and fulfill regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitate internal audits and validate controls to ensure compliance with cybersecurity mandates.
  • Guide the organization in achieving and sustaining CMMC certification through readiness assessments and audit facilitation.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity policies and documentation aligned with industry standards.
  • Promote cybersecurity awareness and best practices among employees through effective training and communication.
  • Implement ongoing monitoring initiatives to assess compliance and security status, reporting findings to management.
  • Work with Legal and Supply Chain teams to establish a framework for evaluating third-party vendors' cybersecurity compliance.
  • Prepare and present detailed compliance reports to senior management and external auditors.
  • Review and assess outputs from Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) to ensure completeness and recommend further actions as necessary.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related discipline; advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are advantageous.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity risk and compliance, with a strong emphasis on DFARs, NIST, and CMMC.
  • Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to effectively assess and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
  • Exceptional communication skills to articulate complex cybersecurity concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools and technologies for managing security and risk information.
  • Proficiency in cybersecurity tools for monitoring and compliance tracking.
  • Ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.

Nightwing, a recently independent entity, continues to support significant national initiatives with a commitment to excellence in cybersecurity and intelligence services. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and teamwork, enabling us to tackle complex challenges and deliver outstanding results.

We value the contributions of our team members and strive to create an environment where expertise is shared and recognized.



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