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Senior Cybersecurity WAN Manager

Nooks
Location
Arlington, VA
Posted
23 days ago
Department
IT/Cyber
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship; SAP eligibility a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience as an ISSM (or a senior ISSO ready to step up) for classified networks under DCSA/NISP.
  • Deep, hands-on RMF expertise — owning authorization packages (SSPs, POA&Ms) through ATO under NIST SP 800-53 and the DAAPM.
  • Direct experience with DCSA authorization processes and interfacing with DCSA as the cognizant security agency.
  • Strong project-management skills — planning, scheduling, and driving complex technical deployments to deadline.
  • Experience with WAN or network authorization, ideally multi-tenant or enterprise-scale classified networks (e.g., SIPR).
Nice to have
  • PMP or equivalent project-management certification.
  • Experience authorizing or operating SIPR/JWICS or other DoD transport networks.
  • Experience standing up and leading an ISSO team.
  • Familiarity with eMASS and DCSA/NISP eMASS authorization workflows.
What the job really is

The Senior Cybersecurity WAN Manager at Nooks is responsible for managing the scaling and delivery of classified wide-area networks (WANs) while serving as the Information System Security Manager (ISSM). This role involves overseeing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle, ensuring compliance with security standards, and managing WAN deployments from initiation to authorized operation. The position requires on-site presence at deployment locations and includes leading a team as the network expands.

Things to weigh
  • On-site role at deployment locations may limit flexibility.
  • The position is currently an individual contributor but is expected to grow into a leadership role as the network scales.
  • The job involves managing complex technical deployments under aggressive timelines, which may lead to high pressure.
  • No specific salary benefits or bonuses mentioned beyond the salary range.
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