Risk Management Framework Specialist

Abacus Solutions Group; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Solutions Group is seeking an experienced RMF Specialist to support critical DoD missions in Albuquerque, NM. You will guide DoD information systems through the RMF lifecycle, ensuring secure architectures and compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and related guidance.

The role requires US citizenship and an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. You will lead risk management activities, coordinate with mission partners, and help shape secure systems that protect national assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 9+ years of relevant experience (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree).
• 5+ years of experience supporting RMF activities, including categorization, control implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring.
• Experience supporting Assessment & Authorization (A&A) tasks such as POA&M maintenance, evidence collection, and security documentation.
• Experience applying cybersecurity controls from NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 or DoD-specific frameworks.
• Experience integrating Zero Trust principles into RMF packages and system architectures.
• At least one of the following certifications: CASP+, Security+, or SSCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF lifecycle phases: categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
• Serve as a cybersecurity advisor, linking policy with system design and implementation.
• Conduct risk assessments, review security test results, and recommend mitigation.
• Document security controls across networks per NIST SP 800-53 DoD guidance.
• Manage eMASS packages, support ACAS vulnerability identification, and track remediation activities.
• Support monitoring, detection, analysis, and audit readiness through logs and tests.

Skills

RMF lifecycle

DoD info systems

NIST SP 800-53

A&A processes

Zero Trust

Security clearance

Education

B.S. in STEM

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

Job description

We’re built on our shared core values! We are difference-makers, passionate about serving, we work hard with integrity and do the right thing. Difference makers means that we look at every opportunity as a chance to make a difference. Passionate about serving means that we are always looking for ways to serve our customers and coworkers. Working hard and doing the right thing with integrity means that for every decision we make we first ask, “Is the decision consistent with our moral and ethical principles?" We hire, review, reward and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it is important that you share these values to be part of the team.

Job Description

Abacus Solutions Group:

We’re built on our shared core values! We are difference-makers, passionate about serving, we work hard with integrity and do the right thing. Difference makers means that we look at every opportunity as a chance to make a difference. Passionate about serving means that we are always looking for ways to serve our customers and coworkers. Working hard and doing the right thing with integrity means that for every decision we make we first ask, “Is the decision consistent with our moral and ethical principles?" We hire, review, reward and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it is important that you share these values to be part of the team.

Position Description

We’re hiring for an experienced Risk Management Framework (RMF) Specialist to work in Albuquerque, NM to support critical national security missions by ensuring the cybersecurity compliance and resilience of complex Department of Defense (DoD) information systems. In this role, you will guide systems through the full RMF lifecycle, collaborate with mission partners, and help shape secure architectures that protect the nation’s most sensitive assets.

Work Location: Kirtland, AFB

Pay And Benefits

• Up to $120,000 - $141,000 salary dependent on experience, skills, and certifications.
• Full benefits package to include medical, dental, employer matching retirement plan, and more!

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead systems through all phases of the RMF process, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
• Serve as a cybersecurity advisor, connecting policy requirements with real-world system design and implementation.
• Conduct risk assessments, review security test results, and recommend mitigation strategies including configuration changes, tool updates, and process improvements.
• Interpret, implement, and document security controls across networks, enclaves, and complex information systems in alignment with NIST SP 800-53 and DoD guidance.
• Manage eMASS packages, support ACAS vulnerability identification, and track remediation and mitigation activities.

Support monitoring, detection, analysis, and audit readiness through log review, security testing, and authorization documentation development.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 9+ years of relevant experience (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree).
• 5+ years of experience supporting RMF activities, including categorization, control implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring.
• Experience supporting Assessment & Authorization (A&A) tasks such as POA&M maintenance, evidence collection, and security documentation.
• Experience applying cybersecurity controls from NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 or DoD-specific frameworks.
• Experience integrating Zero Trust principles into RMF packages and system architectures.
• At least one of the following certifications: CASP+, Security+, or SSCP.

Desired Skills

• Experience conducting security engineering analyses and advising system owners on risk impacts and mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity integrating RMF workflows into DevSecOps or Agile environments, including sprint-based compliance and automated monitoring processes.

Experience performing enterprise-level risk assessments, documenting findings, and advising leadership on security posture and long-term compliance strategies.

DoD Security

• Position is only open to US Citizens
• Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

About Abacus Solutions Group

Why Choose Abacus Solutions Group

Abacus Solutions Group is a mission-ready partner built from the ground up to support government work that demands precision, trust, and results. Our team understands the challenges that federal agencies face, because many of us have lived them firsthand.

Veteran-Owned and Mission-Aligned

Abacus was founded by a service-disabled Army officer with a deep understanding of what it means to serve. That experience shapes everything we do. We share in the commitment to national security, public service, and operational excellence. We bring military discipline, clear communication, and purpose-driven execution to every engagement.

Compliance Without Compromise

We build every system, process, and policy with compliance in mind from day one. Whether it's federal IT standards, cybersecurity frameworks, or personnel clearances, we deliver work that stands up to scrutiny. Our clients trust us because we meet the letter and intent of the law, without cutting corners.

We Fix What’s Broken

Government agencies often struggle with outdated systems, hard-to-fill roles, and tangled operations. This is where Abacus Solutions Group thrives. We specialize in bringing clarity to complexity. We show up ready to solve problems and keep programs moving forward, like overhauling legacy infrastructure, placing hard-to-find cleared talent, and tightening security policy,

Faith-Guided Values

Our work is driven by more than just contracts and deadlines. As a company rooted in faith, we operate with a commitment to stewardship, honesty, and doing the right thing— even when no one is watching. That sense of responsibility shapes our culture, our leadership, and the way we treat our clients and employees.

When you choose Abacus, you're choosing a team that delivers on its promises, puts mission first, and never loses sight of the bigger picture. We’re here to serve it the federal space