Cybersecurity Software Engineer

COLSA Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA Corporation in Huntsville, AL seeks a Cybersecurity Software Engineer with strong software development experience to design, develop, and integrate tools that automate RMF processes and support system accreditation activities. You will collaborate with cybersecurity teams and developers to translate RMF requirements into automated solutions, document tools and workflows, and improve efficiency while maintaining security.

This role requires U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, information systems, engineering, business or related field.
• 2–5 years of related software development experience.
• Experience building automation, data processing, and compliance support tools using Python and C#.
• Ability to collaborate with cybersecurity teams, system owners, and developers.
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain tools and scripts that automate RMF processes and support system accreditation activities.
• Integrate RMF-related data sources, reports, and workflows into custom-built applications or automation scripts.
• Support cybersecurity teams by creating capabilities that improve efficiency, reduce manual workload, and standardize compliance activities.
• Create clear and comprehensive documentation for all tools, scripts, workflows, and processes, ensuring ease of use and long-term maintainability.
• Assist with improving RMF documentation, templates, and technical artifacts including security plans, control evidence, and compliance reports.
• Troubleshoot and maintain existing toolsets, ensuring they remain functional, secure, and aligned with current RMF requirements.
• Communicate technical concepts and tool capabilities to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Skills

Python

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, engineering, business or related field

Tools

APIs

Database integration

UI/UX development

Job description

COLSA is seeking a Cybersecurity Software Engineer with strong software development experience to design, develop, and integrate tools that enhance and automate Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and procedures. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on software development expertise combined with an understanding of cybersecurity compliance workflows within a DoW environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Develop, enhance, and maintain tools and scripts that automate RMF processes and support system accreditation activities.
• Integrate RMF-related data sources, reports, and workflows into custom-built applications or automation scripts.
• Support cybersecurity teams by creating capabilities that improve efficiency, reduce manual workload, and standardize compliance activities.
• Create clear and comprehensive documentation for all tools, scripts, workflows, and processes, ensuring ease of use and long-term maintainability.
• Assist with improving RMF documentation, templates, and technical artifacts including security plans, control evidence, and compliance reports.
• Troubleshoot and maintain existing toolsets, ensuring they remain functional, secure, and aligned with current RMF requirements.
• Communicate technical concepts and tool capabilities to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

_At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits _

Required Skills

Required Experience

• Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in computer science, information systems, engineering, business or other related field or equivalent
• Minimum of 2-5 years related experience
• Software development experience with languages such as Python and C#, with a focus on building automation, data processing, and compliance support tools
• Ability to collaborate with cybersecurity teams, system owners, and developers to ensure tools align with compliance needs
• Familiarity with APIs, database integration, or UI/UX development for internal tools
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills, including the ability to prepare system documentation, SOPs, scripts/tool user guides, and process workflows
• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain a Secret security clearance prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Secret security clearance
• Experience developing or integrating tools that support RMF activities such as control validation, documentation generation, workflow automation, reporting, and continuous monitoring
• Familiarity with industry tools and capabilities used in cybersecurity compliance (e.g., eMASS, ACAS, Nessus, HBSS, or similar systems)
• Ability to translate RMF requirements into technical solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or developer-focused credentials

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.