Senior Cybersecurity Engineer — RMF & DoD Systems

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's ESG division at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. The role leads RMF and A&A activities, oversees system security documentation, and provides senior technical leadership across DoD networks, cross-domain solutions, and security engineering disciplines to protect mission systems.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with government and industry partners, and drive RMF

Qualifications

• RMF experience across DoD programs and RMF Step 1 to 5
• Vulnerability management using ACAS/Nessus in DoD environments
• Experience with STIGs and secure configurations
• CISSP certification or equivalent deep cybersecurity expertise
• Cross Domain Solutions and USAF CDS-E familiarity
• Knowledge of cloud security concepts and service models
• Supply chain security considerations for defense programs
• NIAP and NSA clearance-related guidelines
• DoD policies and procedures for cybersecurity
• Network and endpoint security fundamentals in DoD networks
• Understanding of DoD Impact Levels and NSA Type 1 encryption

Responsibilities

• Lead development and review of system security documentation (SSPM, PPP, Security Risk Analyses, OPSEC, CONOPS) as per DoDI 5000.02/8510.01 and MIL-STD-1785
• Support RMF A&A activities ensuring artifacts are complete and compliant
• Manage RMF implementation including ATO/ATC and continuous monitoring
• Administer and manage the eMASS system packages
• Provide technical leadership in network and system architecture with emphasis on cybersecurity in DoD environments
• Support CDS, CSfC, and NSA approval processes
• Assess and mitigate vulnerabilities (ACAS/STIG) and recommend secure configurations
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and develop risk-based mitigations
• Develop and update cybersecurity policies, procedures, and contingency plans
• Support waivers/deviations for mandated controls when needed for mission
• Provide program security support across the system lifecycle including source selections
• Maintain and audit classified information databases and clearance tracking
• Evaluate contractor classified data submissions for SSCG compliance
• Update SSCGs and prepare acquisition security documentation
• Advise government leadership on cybersecurity design and implementation
• Collaborate to achieve RMF authorization approvals with stakeholders
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness and training programs
• Handle other duties as assigned

Skills

RMF expertise

Vulnerability management

STIGs

CISSP Certification

Cross Domain Solutions

Cloud security

Supply Chain Security

NIAP

DoD policies

Network security

Endpoint security

DoD Impact Levels

NSA Type 1 encryption

CSSP 16th AF experience

Education

BS/BA Degree

Tools

Nessus

eMASS

Job description

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's ESG division at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. The role leads RMF and A&A activities, oversees system security documentation, and provides senior technical leadership across DoD networks, cross-domain solutions, and security engineering disciplines to protect mission systems.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with government and industry partners, and drive RMF