RMF Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

COLSA; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

COLSA is seeking an experienced RMF Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support cybersecurity and RMF activities across the authorization lifecycle in Albany, GA. You will develop and maintain RMF A&A packages, guide information owners through RMF steps, and coordinate security control assessments while addressing vulnerabilities.

In this role you will collaborate with ISSMs, government RMF personnel, validators, and stakeholders to ensure successful system authorization and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of DoD RMF/A&A related work experience.
• Experience developing RMF packages (SSP, SAR, POA&M).
• Experience with security control implementation, vulnerability management, and STIGs.
• Ability to clearly present technical findings and recommendations.
• Active Secret clearance; US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Complete RMF authorization and assessment packages within 120 days of ATO expiration.
• Guide information owners through RMF steps 0–2 and through security control selection and overlays.
• Develop and deliver SSP, SAR, and POA&M artifacts.
• Coordinate POA&M updates monthly and track remediation.
• Lead security control assessments and document findings and recommendations.
• Support initial security assessments with ISSM and government RMF ISSOs.

Skills

RMF expertise

Security control assessments

A&A package development

Clearance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Job description

COLSA is seeking an experienced RMF Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team and play a critical role in supporting cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities. This position will provide expertise throughout the RMF authorization process, including developing and maintaining RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages, guiding information owners through RMF requirements, supporting security control assessments, and managing vulnerability and remediation activities. The RMF ISSO will work closely with ISSMs, Government RMF ISSOs, information owners, validators, and other stakeholders to support system authorization and maintain the security posture of assigned information systems.

This position is contingent upon contract award, with work anticipated to begin in March 2027. The selected candidate will be proposed as Key Personnel in accordance with proposal requirements.

• Completes authorization and assessment packages within 120 days of system ATO expiration.
• Ensures stakeholders are kept informed of risk, status, and roles and responsibilities throughout the RMF process
• Guides information owners through completion of Step 0 System Registration in Compliance and Authorization Support Tool
• Guides information owners through Step 1, System Categorization, based on information provided by the information owner
• Guides information owners through Step 2, select security controls, and determining appropriate defense level and appropriate overlays
• Provides information owner with an export of selected security controls and applied overlays to populate the Implementation Details
• Reviews completed security control implementation details and gain validator approval
• Guides information owners in the development of a System Security Plan (SSP) that addresses objectives for the assessment, methods for verifying security control compliance, the schedule for the initial control assessment, and actual assessment procedures
• Works with ISSM and lead Government RMF ISSO to conduct the initial assessment of the effectiveness of the security controls and document the issues, findings, and recommendations in a Security Assessment Report (SAR)
• Develops a project plan and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for the RMF package that addresses all un-remediated vulnerabilities, failed Security Technical Implementation Guideline (STIG) failures and failed security controls
• Works the POA&M, to include updating the POA&M at least monthly for the life cycle of the IS using the latest vulnerability scans and STIG checklists
• Monitors the network and supporting systems to detect security compromise events (including intrusions and virus incidents).
• Identifies where systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
• Conducts audits to ensure information systems security policies and procedures are implemented as defined in security plans and best practices.
• Performs evaluations (compliance audits) and/or active evaluations (vulnerability assessments).
• Leads response teams to ensure any anomalies are corrected in accordance with government or industry standards.

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 Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related work experience, including experience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities
• Experience developing and maintaining RMF authorization packages, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Experience with security control implementation and assessment, vulnerability management, and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Ability to clearly present and communicate technical approaches and findings
• Active Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required;

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification such as Security+, CGRC (formerly CAP), or equivalent

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.

Salary Type

Annually

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.