RMF Validator Albany, GA

Colsa; Albany, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

COLSA is seeking a Certified RMF Validator to join our team and support cybersecurity and RMF activities. This role provides expertise through the validation process, assesses security controls, documents results, and ensures activities align with policies. The candidate will perform RMF validation/auditing, IV&V of controls, develop SARs, coordinate with PM/ISSM/ISSO and client, report metrics, and offer network and security operation recommendations. DoD clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Hands-on experience with security control assessment, validation/IV&V, and RMF documentation (SARs).
• Experience supporting cybersecurity incident response and remediation in accordance with DoD policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform validation/auditing of RMF authorization requirements per DoW policies.
• Provide IV&V of system security controls and safeguards.
• Develop Security Assessment Reports (SARs) per policy guidance.
• Coordinate with Program Manager, ISSM/ISSO, User Representative and client.
• Develop and report metrics on completion of validation steps.
• Provide network and security operations analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

DoD RMF knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

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 March 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.