Senior Cyber Engineer (Navy/RMF)

Job Description

COLSA is seeking a Cyber Engineer with prior U.S. Navy experience and a strong understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, procedures, and tools. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity compliance activities within Navy environments.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities (\*Essential functions)**

* Design, develop, and integrate AI models, intelligent agents, and software tools to automate cybersecurity processes
* Oversee compliance with RMF control requirements and ensure all control evidence is accurate, complete, and up to date.
* Coordinate with cybersecurity teams, system administrators, engineering staff, and external assessors during audits, assessments, and inspections.
* Ensure proper implementation of security controls throughout the system lifecycle and validate compliance with DoW cybersecurity policies.
* Provide guidance to technical teams on RMF expectations, cybersecurity requirements, and proper documentation practices.
* Track vulnerabilities, assessment results, and remediation efforts, ensuring timely closure and accurate documentation.
* Communicate system security status, risks, and notable issues to leadership and stakeholders.

*At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits*

Required Experience
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**Required Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cyber security, engineering, or related field or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree preferred.
* Minimum of 10 or more years of experience in information security, cyber security, or a related field.
* Previous Navy experience(within the last 3 years), preferably in cybersecurity, information assurance, or systems engineering roles.
* Demonstrated experience with the RMF lifecycle, including documentation, control implementation, security assessments, and continuous monitoring.
* Practical knowledge of RMF-related tools such as eMASS and other DoW compliance systems.
* Experience serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) or Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), with responsibilities that include maintaining system security documentation, managing POA\&Ms, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with DoW cybersecurity policies.
* Active Security CE certification or equivalent.
* Active Secret security clearance

**Preferred Qualifications**

* Experience with NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 privacy controls.
* Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or other DoD 8570-compliant credentials.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Salary Type
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Annually