Risk Management Framework Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a seasoned RMF Analyst to ensure NIST-based security control implementation for complex DoD information systems. You will support full ATO certification, measure risk, review system documentation, and develop findings reports.

Targeted for candidates with 5+ years in RMF/CSF guidance and DoD policies, with TS-level considerations. Required are bachelor-level credentials in engineering, CS, cybersecurity, IT, or information systems and familiarity with eMASS and related

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience providing security guidance using NIST, RMF, CSF, DoD, and local security policies.
• Experience using eMASS to document and track the RMF process for an ATO package.
• Experience planning and executing security controls, analyzing assessment procedures, and using required tools.
• Experience interfacing with information assurance managers, including preparing and reviewing SSPs, risk assessment reports, implementation plans, A&A, etc.
• Knowledge of NIST contingency planning, POA&M management, and DoD continuous auditing, monitoring, and assurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide RMF guidance and ensure compliance for DoD information systems.
• Support ATO certification, risk management, measuring risk, and reporting findings.
• Review SSPs, risk assessments, implementation plans, A&A, C&A packages, and POA&Ms.
• Demonstrate subject matter expertise in NIST RMF/CSF guidance.

Skills

NIST RMF/CSF

eMASS experience

Security controls planning

Documentation reviews

NIST/DoD auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CS, Cybersecurity, IT, or Information Systems

Tools

eMASS

Tenable ACAS

Trellix ePO

ENS

HBSS

Tanium

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Function as a Risk Management Framework ( RMF ) Analyst as part of a team ensuring National Institute of Standards and Technology ( NIST ) management, operation, technical, and privacy security control implementation compliance for complex DoD information systems. Provide support for executing full Authority to Operate ( ATO ) certification package and risk management functions, measuring risk, examining system documentation, reviewing appropriate system, testing system technical security configuration settings, reviewing scan results and Platform IT ( PIT ) , and developing findings reports. Demonstrate subject matter expertise in NIST security guidance using NIST RMF and Cybersecurity Framework ( CSF ) .

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience providing security guidance using NIST, RMF, CSF, DoD, and local security policies
• Experience using the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service ( eMASS ) to document and track the RMF process for an ATO package
• Experience planning and executing security controls, analyzing assessment procedures, and identifying and using required tools
• Experience interfacing with information assurance managers, including preparing and reviewing documentation such as Systems Security Plans ( SSPs ) , risk assessment reports, implementation plans, Assessment and Authorization ( A & A ) , Certification and Accreditation ( C & A ) packages, and Plan of Actions and Milestones ( POA & Ms )
• Knowledge of NIST contingency planning, POA & M management, and DoD continuous auditing, monitoring, and assurance
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, CS, Cybersecurity, IT, or Information Systems field and 5+ years of experience in national-level intelligence, tactical or strategic communications systems, command and control applications and architectures, and serving in senior-level positions, or 10+ years of experience in national-level intelligence, tactical or strategic communications systems, command and control applications and architectures, and serving in senior-level positions in lieu of a degree
• Cybersecurity DoDM 8140 Intermediate or Advanced-level Certification such as CGRC / CAP, Security+, Security X, CASP+, Cloud+, CISA, CISM, or CISSP Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with DoD cybersecurity policies , directives, and STIGs or SRGs
• Experience running scans using Tenable ACAS, Trellix ePO, ENS, ESS / HBSS, or Tanium
• Experience assessing organizational risks and recommending mitigation strategies

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Risk Management Framework Analyst

The Opportunity:

Function as a Risk Management Framework ( RMF ) Analyst as part of a team ensuring National Institute of Standards and Technology ( NIST ) management, operation, technical, and privacy security control implementation compliance for complex DoD information systems. Provide support for executing full Authority to Operate ( ATO ) certification package and risk management functions, measuring risk, examining system documentation, reviewing appropriate system, testing system technical security configuration settings, reviewing scan results and Platform IT ( PIT ) , and developing findings reports. Demonstrate subject matter expertise in NIST security guidance using NIST RMF and Cybersecurity Framework ( CSF ) .

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience providing security guidance using NIST, RMF, CSF, DoD, and local security policies
• Experience using the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service ( eMASS ) to document and track the RMF process for an ATO package
• Experience planning and executing security controls, analyzing assessment procedures, and identifying and using required tools
• Experience interfacing with information assurance managers, including preparing and reviewing documentation such as Systems Security Plans ( SSPs ) , risk assessment reports, implementation plans, Assessment and Authorization ( A & A ) , Certification and Accreditation ( C & A ) packages, and Plan of Actions and Milestones ( POA & Ms )
• Knowledge of NIST contingency planning, POA & M management, and DoD continuous auditing, monitoring, and assurance
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, CS, Cybersecurity, IT, or Information Systems field and 5+ years of experience in national-level intelligence, tactical or strategic communications systems, command and control applications and architectures, and serving in senior-level positions, or 10+ years of experience in national-level intelligence, tactical or strategic communications systems, command and control applications and architectures, and serving in senior-level positions in lieu of a degree
• Cybersecurity DoDM 8140 Intermediate or Advanced-level Certification such as CGRC / CAP, Security+, Security X, CASP+, Cloud+, CISA, CISM, or CISSP Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with DoD cybersecurity policies , directives, and STIGs or SRGs
• Experience running scans using Tenable ACAS, Trellix ePO, ENS, ESS / HBSS, or Tanium
• Experience assessing organizational risks and recommending mitigation strategies

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.