Senior Information Security Engineer RMF

Requirements:

• We require an active Secret security clearance or higher.
• We are looking for substantial professional experience in RMF, cybersecurity engineering, or information system security engineering.
• We value familiarity with eMASS, STIGs, SCAP, ACAS, and Navy cybersecurity processes.
• We need experience supporting U.S. Navy systems, ideally combat systems, combat system trainers, or other mission-critical operational environments.
• We require a solid working understanding of the DoD Risk Management Framework and related cybersecurity documentation standards.
• We expect experience developing, reviewing, or sustaining RMF packages for complex systems.
• We look for familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, DoDI 8510.01, and related DoD cybersecurity guidance.
• We need experience collaborating with technical teams to evaluate architectures, identify compliance gaps, and support remediation efforts.
• We expect a strong grasp of system security principles, vulnerability management, and compliance documentation.
• We require excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• We need the ability to work independently in customer-facing settings while managing multiple priorities.
• A CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CASP+, Security+, CISM, GSLC, or similar are preferred.
• We require the ability to commute to Newport, RI 02841.
• We require in-person work.

Responsibilities:

• We lead RMF cybersecurity engineering efforts for Navy combat systems and combat system trainers.
• We develop, update, and maintain RMF packages to support system authorization and sustainment activities.
• We interpret and apply DoD and Department of the Navy cybersecurity policies, guidance, and control requirements across system environments.
• We support the implementation, inheritance, assessment, and documentation of security controls in line with NIST 800-53, DoD policy, and Navy requirements.
• We coordinate with system engineers, program offices, ISSMs, ISSOs, validators, and government stakeholders to support authorization decisions and package development.
• We prepare and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including system descriptions, control implementation statements, network diagrams, hardware and software inventories, architecture artifacts, POA&Ms, and supporting evidence.
• We support vulnerability management by identifying issues, tracking them, coordinating remediation, and documenting risk.
• We review system configurations, technical baselines, and architecture details to verify alignment with cybersecurity and RMF requirements.
• We assist with security testing, control validation, assessment support, and remediation planning.
• We provide expert guidance on cybersecurity requirements for Platform IT and mission-focused Navy systems.
• We support package submission and maintenance in eMASS or other applicable Navy RMF tracking tools.
• We communicate compliance status, risks, and recommended actions clearly to customers and internal leadership.
• We mentor junior cybersecurity personnel and help maintain the technical quality of RMF deliverables.

Technologies:

• Hardware
• Support
• Network
• Security

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Wider Security is seeking an experienced Senior RMF Information System Security Engineer to support cybersecurity efforts for U.S. Navy combat systems and combat system trainers. This is a full-time, in-person role based in Newport, RI 02841, with a pay range of $80,000 to $150,000 per year. We are looking for a senior-level cybersecurity professional who can work independently, provide trusted guidance, and contribute to mission readiness in a highly technical, compliance-driven environment.

last updated 43 week of 2026