Senior ISSO: RMF & NIST Cybersecurity Lead

Peraton; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional in Huntsville, AL to lead RMF-based security program activities. The role requires implementing controls, authorizations, and risk management across DoD environments.

You will collaborate with IT teams, develop security documentation, and ensure compliance with NIST and RMF guidelines. The position offers a competitive salary range, a robust benefits program, and the opportunity to contribute to critical national security missions in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in CS, IT, or related discipline.
• 9+ years in cybersecurity with ISSO/ISSE roles at a cleared facility.
• Certifications: CISSP/GISP/CASP+ or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Apply cybersecurity program standards, processes, procedures, and security frameworks.
• Implement and assess RMF v5 controls and ATO artifacts.
• Develop and maintain security policies, SSP/SSP&P.
• Use RMF workflows and eMASS to manage controls and POA&M.

Skills

Cybersecurity

RMF knowledge

NIST standards

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

Nessus

Splunk

Guardium

NMAP

Job description

Peraton is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional in Huntsville, AL to lead RMF-based security program activities. The role requires implementing controls, authorizations, and risk management across DoD environments.

You will collaborate with IT teams, develop security documentation, and ensure compliance with NIST and RMF guidelines. The position offers a competitive salary range, a robust benefits program, and the opportunity to contribute to critical national security missions in a