Senior ISSO & RMF Lead — DoD eMASS Expert

Kavaliro; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kavaliro is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO II) in Fort Meade to support a Government customer. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance, extensive RMF and eMASS experience, and deep knowledge of DoD/IC security standards.

You will drive ATO readiness, manage vulnerabilities, and guide assessment activities across DoD networks. Responsibilities include coordinating with the SCA and Government leads, maintaining communications, and producing risk-based reports to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Meet the DoD requirements for a privileged user on a TS/SCI information system - DoD 8140 / 8570.01-m requirements
• 15 years’ experience with the assessment and accreditation activities of NSSs
• 10 years’ experience validating system security controls
• 10 years’ experience with vulnerability management
• 10 years’ experience with DISA STIGs, DISA SRG, and vendor-specific security guides
• 8 years’ experience with RMF and eMASS
• 5 years’ experience with POA&M tracking and resolution
• 3 years’ experience performing the continuous monitoring of system security controls

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of an ISSO as defined by AR 25-2 and NIST SP 800-53 controls
• Actively manage the organization’s eMASS records
• Validate security controls and artifacts
• Assess security scans and STIGs as required
• Lead continuous monitoring activities
• Coordinate with Government leads for ATO maintenance
• Create and maintain cybersecurity policies and SOPs
• Ensure DoD/IC standards alignment across plans and processes
• Produce actionable risk-based reports and assist in remediation
• Maintain up-to-date status on assigned systems and communicate status

Skills

Active TS/SCI Clearance

DoD 8140/8570.01-m

RMF & continuous monitoring

Vulnerability management

Assessment & accreditation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

eMASS

DISA STIGs/SRG guidance

Job description

Kavaliro is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO II) in Fort Meade to support a Government customer. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance, extensive RMF and eMASS experience, and deep knowledge of DoD/IC security standards.

You will drive ATO readiness, manage vulnerabilities, and guide assessment activities across DoD networks. Responsibilities include coordinating with the SCA and Government leads, maintaining communications, and producing risk-based reports to ensure