Principal Cyber RMF Engineer

SAIC

Remote Work, AL(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$120,001–$160,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Auditing, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Documentation, Incident Response, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Secret Clearance, Security Analysis, Security Auditing, Security Monitoring, Software Development, System Integration (SI), System Lifecycle, System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule, Training/Teaching, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), Validation Testing, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Remote Work, AL

POSTED

1 day ago

Description

Make a meaningful impact on national security by supporting the Space Development Agency (SDA) in delivering the Battle Management Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) software development and hosting environment for the National Defense Space Architecture (NDSA). These systems accelerate the secure development, testing, and deployment of mission critical space applications that enable Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2).

Key Responsibilities:

1. RMF Process Implementation

- Lead the end-to-end RMF lifecycle for DoD IT systems, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, and monitoring.

- Conduct and oversee system security risk assessments and recommend strategies to mitigate risks effectively.

- Develop, review, and maintain security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs).

- Serve as the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or provide subject matter expertise to ISSOs.

2. Compliance and Policy Adherence:

- Ensure compliance with DoD 8500.01, 8570.01, NIST 800-53, and other applicable cybersecurity regulations and standards.

- Provide guidance for achieving and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) and addressing Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) items.

3. Audit and Assessment:

- Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments, utilizing industry-standard tools to identify and mitigate risks.

- Facilitate independent verification and validation (IV&V) activities to ensure thorough system testing.

4. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

- Collaborate with stakeholders, including system owners, process owners, and leadership, to ensure compliance with RMF requirements.

- Provide cybersecurity training, awareness, and mentorship to team members and stakeholders.

5. Incident Response & Continuous Monitoring:*

- Support the development and execution of incident response protocols.

- Establish and maintain continuous monitoring initiatives to detect and address emerging threats.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications:**

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (equivalent experience may be considered).

• Certifications: Must have a DoD 8570.01 certification at IAM Level II or III (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP, CISA, CASP+ CE, GSLC).

• Experience: Minimum 9 of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years of hands-on RMF implementation and oversight for a DoD system.

• Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required at the time of hire; ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI may be preferred.

Technical Proficiency:

• Extensive experience with security tools (e.g., ACAS, eMASS, STIG/SRGs).

• Strong knowledge of cloud, system administration, and vulnerability analysis.

• Expertise in applying NIST 800-53 security controls to federal systems and addressing weaknesses.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

- Master’s degree in a related field.

- Knowledge of cloud technologies and their associated cybersecurity risks.

- Familiarity with A&A tools and platforms used by the DoD for RMF processes.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2614734
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

About the Company

SAIC

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions. We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Computer/IT Services

FOUNDED

2013

WEBSITE

https://jobs.saic.com/

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