Risk Management Framework (RMF) Coordinator

Synergy ECP; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(K) retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Continuing education opportunities

Gym wellness benefits

Onsite cafés

SkillBridge Program for military personnel

Job summary

A cybersecurity solutions provider in Columbia, Maryland is seeking a Risk Manager with extensive experience in managing risks and project management. The ideal candidate should have at least eight years of relevant experience and familiarity with COTS risk management tools. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $180,000, alongside comprehensive benefits including flexible work options, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience in Risk Management, Process Improvement, or Project Management.
• One year of experience with COTS risk management tools.
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodology.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAM II.

Responsibilities

• Integrate risk management activities into the system life cycle process.
• Manage information security and risk across the organization.
• Collaborate with leadership on risk strategies and mitigation plans.

Skills

Risk Management

Process Improvement

Project Management

COTS risk management tools

Agile Scrum methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

Substitutable experience for Bachelor's degree

Tools

Active Risk Manager (ARM)

Job description

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security.

In an ultra‑competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by our Employees, to our Customers and by Improving Performance (ECP). It’s what sets us apart, enabling us to be an autonomous yet agile business that delivers huge results—showing we’re ready to meet our customers’ evolving demands.

Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the U.S. government and military services.

Description

Provide a process that integrates risk management activities into the system life cycle process. Perform and complete organizational and management tasks that support the government cyber mission efforts. Manage information security, systems, enclave risk across the organization. Manage risks, risk mitigation plans and strategies, deadlines and progress across Technical Task Orders and leadership to ensure mission priorities are delivered within budget cost, efficient performance, and delivered on time.

Capabilities

• Coordinate TTO tasks with customer organizations (directorate/group/office level) as necessary, to implement RMF services
• Communicate with clients about expectations and goals
• Collaborate with Government Program Manager, leadership, Business Financial Managers, Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer Representatives, mission teams and agency leadership on risks
• Work with mission and Government PM to identify risks to organization, programs, systems, etc
• Collaborate with mission and Government PM risk mitigation plans and strategies
• Coordinate risks, risk mitigation plans, and progress across the teams to ensure delivery of task is delivered on time, and on budget
• Organize transition effort work with industry, leadership, Program Manager, and mission leaders

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years’ experience in one or more of the following fields: Risk Management; Process Improvement; or Project Management. One (1) year experience with COTS risk management tools (e.g. Active Risk Manager (ARM)); statistics; data collection; analysis; data presentation; and the application of automated data management tools in a classified environment. Experience in the Agile Scrum methodology. Three (3) years’ direct experience with an intelligence community or signals intelligence activity is desired. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Management, Program Management, or a related business or technical degree from an accredited college or university. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree an additional four (4) years may be substituted.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAM II is required.

Clearance Required

• TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Other Requirements

U.S. Citizenship

Compensation Spotlight

For this role, our typical salary range starts at $130,000 and stretches up to $180,000. We are committed to rewarding top performers and are willing to offer compensation above the advertised range for exceptional candidates.

Taking Care of the People Who Take Care of The Nation

We offer highly competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, a 401(K) retirement plan, paid time off, 11 paid holidays a year, and flexible work options.

Employees receive company-sponsored continuing education, gym wellness benefits, people partners assistance, and access to wellness resources.

Our philanthropic program supports volunteerism, community engagement, and partnership with numerous organizations.

Corporate facilities provide collaborative spaces, regular social events, and onsite cafés.

We support military personnel through our SkillBridge Program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Synergy ECP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to maintaining a professional and respectful workplace where every employee can succeed.