Senior DoD Information Assurance Analyst & RMF Expert

Barbaricum; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Barbaricum is seeking an Information Assurance Specialist III (Information Security Analyst) in Indianapolis, IN to support DoD cybersecurity compliance, RMF, and authorization activities. You will assess security controls, support SA&A efforts, and develop accreditation documentation to ensure federal standards are met.

Collaborative work with system owners and engineers is essential. The role focuses on evaluating system security, maintaining compliance with NIST standards, and preparing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Minimum 10 years experience in network operations and information security.
• Experience assessing security controls based on cybersecurity principles and standards (NIST SP 800-53, CSF).
• Understanding of NIST Security Controls and Control Implementation for SA&A processes.
• Experience with DoD, DHS or .gov Cyber Security Information Assurance and A&A documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assess, implement, and validate cybersecurity controls in accordance with NIST SP 800-53, the NIST CSF, and applicable DoD requirements.
• Support SA&A process by evaluating security controls, identifying risks, and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Develop, review, and maintain A&A documentation packages to support system accreditation and authorization efforts.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and compliance reviews to ensure systems meet federal and DoD standards.
• Collaborate with system owners, engineers, and cybersecurity teams to implement controls and maintain a strong security posture.
• Support continuous monitoring activities, including risk assessments, control validation, remediation tracking, and reporting.
• Provide cybersecurity guidance related to information assurance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare technical reports and executive briefings to support authorization decisions and stakeholder requirements.
• Ensure RMF and DoD policies compliance.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on information assurance and accreditation processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

NIST SP 800-53

Security risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Barbaricum is seeking an Information Assurance Specialist III (Information Security Analyst) in Indianapolis, IN to support DoD cybersecurity compliance, RMF, and authorization activities. You will assess security controls, support SA&A efforts, and develop accreditation documentation to ensure federal standards are met.

Collaborative work with system owners and engineers is essential. The role focuses on evaluating system security, maintaining compliance with NIST standards, and preparing