RMF Validator

Colsa-; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA is actively seeking a Certified RMF Validator to support cybersecurity and RMF activities. The role involves validating RMF controls, producing SARs, and ensuring compliance with DoD policies.

The selected candidate will coordinate with program leadership and client teams and contribute to metrics and improvement efforts. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Cybersecurity/IT, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and DoD clearance with US citizenship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Experience with RMF assessment, validation/IV&V, and SAR development.
• DoD security clearance and US Citizenship required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform validation/auditing of RMF authorization requirements per processes.
• Provide IV&V of security controls and safeguards from security engineering.
• Develop Security Assessment Reports (SAR) per DoW policies.
• Coordinate with PM, ISSM/ISSO, User Representative and client.
• Develop and report validation metrics across the process steps.
• Provide network and security operations analysis and recommendations.
• Recommend protections for networks, workstations, servers, and IT assets.
• Audit information system security policies and procedures.
• Participate in response teams to address anomalies per standards.

Skills

RMF validation

Security control assessment

IV&V

SAR development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or Information Technology

Job description

COLSA is seeking a Certified RMF Validator 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 validation process, assessing security controls, documenting assessment results, and ensuring validation activities are performed in accordance with applicable policies and guidance.

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

• Responsible for performing validation/auditing of Unclassified RMF authorization requirements in accordance with Assessment and Authorization Processes
• Provides independent verification and validation (IV&V) of system's security controls and safeguards designed through the security engineering process
• Develops the Security Assessment Report (SAR) and other validation support requirements as required by DoW policies and guidance for the assigned system(s)
• Facilitates the coordination of the Program Manager, ISSM/ISSO, User Representative, and client agreement of the documentation
• Develops and report metrics that include the percentages of completion in every step of the validation process
• Provides network and security operations technical analysis, assessment, and recommendations to senior personnel.
• Provides recommendations for protecting networks, workstations, servers, and IT assets.
• Conducts audits to ensure information systems security policies and procedures are implemented as defined in security plans and best practices.
• Participates in 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 relatedfield or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Hands-on experience with security control assessment, validation/IV&V, and RMF documentation, including development of Security Assessment Reports (SARs).
• Experience supportingcybersecurity incident response, anomaly investigation, and remediation in accordance with DoD policies and industry best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• DoD 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

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

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.