RMF Cyber Security Specialist — DoD ATO & SSP Expert

DT Professional Services; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

DT Professional Services is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to support RMF lifecycle activities and compliance across DoD information systems. The role emphasizes translating complex security requirements into actionable guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders, and collaborating with ISSOs, ISSMs, engineering, and program management.

Required are a Secret clearance, a relevant degree, and 5+ years of DoD cybersecurity experience, with Security+ or higher.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cyber Security or Cyber Systems Engineering.
• 5+ years of DoD Cyber Security experience.
• Security+ certification or higher.
• Experience with DoD/federal RMF lifecycle.
• Experience with NIST SP 800-53 Rev.5 implementation.
• Experience with SSP development, continuous monitoring, POA&Ms management, and authorization packages.
• Experience coordinating with ISSOs, ISSMs, engineering, infrastructure, and program management.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 security controls and continuous monitoring activities.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs).
• Manage Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Prepare and maintain cybersecurity authorization packages.
• Evaluate security controls and support Authorization to Operate (ATO) efforts.
• Support eMASS-related activities throughout the RMF lifecycle.
• Develop technical cybersecurity assessments and documentation.
• Partner with ISSOs/ISSMs, engineering, infrastructure, and program management to define cybersecurity responsibilities.
• Advise leadership on cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance responsibilities.
• Translate complex cybersecurity requirements into clear guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

DoD cybersecurity experience

RMF lifecycle

NIST SP 800-53 Rev.5

cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cyber Security/Cyber Systems Engineering

Tools

eMASS

SSP development

POA&Ms management

Authorization package preparation

Job description

DT Professional Services is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to support RMF lifecycle activities and compliance across DoD information systems. The role emphasizes translating complex security requirements into actionable guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders, and collaborating with ISSOs, ISSMs, engineering, and program management.

Required are a Secret clearance, a relevant degree, and 5+ years of DoD cybersecurity experience, with Security+ or higher.