Mid-level Cybersecurity Engineer – RMF Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Oversee and implement the security authorization process for systems and applications in alignment with NIST guidelines and DoD regulations.

• Navigate the RMF lifecycle and create necessary security documentation.

• Perform risk assessments to ensure that systems adhere to security and compliance standards.

• Collaborate with COTR and Sponsor Staff management to evaluate technical and operational effectiveness.

• Suggest ongoing enhancements to cyber defense processes and architectures.

• Assist in analysis, incident response, reporting products, and the overall reporting lifecycle.

• Guarantee the efficient operation of Agency IT systems and network defenses.

• Provide capabilities for incident response and situational-awareness reports.

• Optimize current tools to correlate information and distill data into actionable insights.

• Automate manual and inefficient cyber defense operations.

• Advise and implement technical solutions in collaboration with the Sponsor.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

• Proficient in security risk assessment and management within cloud environments (GCP preferred).

• Experience in constructing authorization packages.

• Must be a US Citizen.

• An active Secret clearance or interim Secret clearance is required.

• Must confirm identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible work arrangements.