Lead ISSE (RMF)

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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Full-Time position – Lead ISSE (RMF) / Suffolk VA – (JOB-21947). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

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Job Description:

Location: Suffolk, VA Clearance: Top Secret Certification: IAT Level III (e.g., CISSP, CASP CE)

Summary

Seeking a Risk Management Framework (RMF) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead all Assessment and Authorization (A&A) accreditation efforts for the Deputy Directorate, Joint Training (DDJT). This role requires deep expertise in DoD RMF policies, NIST 800-53 controls, and the use of the eMASS system to ensure system security compliance.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• RMF & eMASS Leadership: Serve as the primary SME for DoD RMF, leading the A&A lifecycle, and utilizing eMASS to document activities, implement security controls, and manage accreditation tasks.

• Control Implementation: Apply, tailor, and test security controls per NIST SP 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 categorization, including the application of necessary overlays (e.g., privacy, classified).

• Security Documentation: Develop, maintain, and finalize all required A&A documentation, including the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Plan (SAP), and Security Assessment Reports (SARs).

• POA&M Management: Conduct active and passive reconnaissance to identify vulnerabilities, assess risk, and author accurate Plans of Milestones and Actions (POA&Ms) with verifiable mitigation statements and tracking.

• Compliance Scheduling: Adhere to the eMASS schedule, completing tasks like Quarterly Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V), Annual Security Review (ASR), monthly POA&M updates, and timely resubmission for ATO/ATC/IATT.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with System Owners, developers, and team leads to integrate security requirements throughout system design and implementation.

• System Maintenance: Manage DISA circuit connections (CCSDs) and inheritance documentation from accredited systems/cloud providers.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Master’s degree in Cybersecurity (or related) AND 5+ years of experience with DoD RMF, A&A, and cybersecurity policies.

  • Alternatively: 10 years of experience in cybersecurity analysis with a strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations.

• Certifications (Required Prior to Start):

  • IAT Level III Certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP CE, CISA, GCED, GCIH).

  • DISA eMASS Computer Based Training certificate.

  • Annual Cyber Awareness Training certificate.

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