NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Support / Cybersecurity Assessor

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide support for achieving and maintaining compliance with NIST Special Publication 800-171, specifically focused on safeguarding controlled unclassified information within Department of Defense systems. The work involves conducting system assessments, implementing required security controls, and generating comprehensive documentation to demonstrate adherence to the standard. This role requires a qualified cybersecurity assessor with expertise in NIST frameworks to evaluate current security postures, identify gaps, and deliver actionable remediation plans aligned with federal requirements. The opportunity is posted under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and performance expected to be conducted at a military post office location with ZIP code 96616. The contracting entity operates under the Maritime Supply Chain division of the Department of Defense, and the position is structured as a subcontract under a larger federal acquisition effort. The requirement emphasizes technical proficiency in cybersecurity assessment methodologies and the ability to produce audit-ready documentation, targeting vendors capable of supporting defense-related infrastructure with robust, compliant information security practices.