A&A Specialist

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The work:

Lead cybersecurity compliance for Federal/DoD systems as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) specialist; manage all phases of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full RMF lifecycle (Categorize, Select, Implement, Assess, Authorize, Monitor) for assigned systems to ensure security compliance
• Implement and assess NIST SP 800-53 security controls; perform regular vulnerability scans, security control assessments, and risk analysis
• Develop and maintain required security authorization documentation (e.g., System Security Plans, POA&Ms) and track remediation of identified security findings
• Conduct continuous security monitoring and periodic reviews to sustain the system’s authorized security posture

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in information security/assurance (including Federal/DoD RMF A&A)
• Strong knowledge of RMF (NIST SP 800-37), NIST SP 800-53 controls, and FISMA compliance
• Proficient in implementing and assessing security controls, conducting vulnerability assessments and risk analysis, and managing security documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud security (FedRAMP), high-impact or classified systems, and other specialized federal cybersecurity environments
• Familiarity with security compliance tools and GRC platforms; experience with automating continuous monitoring
• DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II/III baseline certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent)
• Advanced cybersecurity certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CAP, CISM)

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