Cybersecurity Spec Principal

Science Applications International Corporation
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
9 years minimum
Compensation
$120,001.0 - $160,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Adobe Analytics Systems Engineering CompTIA Security+ Cyber Security Package Management Systems Security Content Automation Protocol Software Vulnerability Management Nessus

Job description

  • Lead the update, correction, and sustainment of RMF ATO packages, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements
  • Execute the migration from RMF Rev 4 to RMF Rev 5 by identifying gaps, updating control implementations, and coordinating evidence collection
  • Analyze, track, and reduce POA&Ms by validating findings, developing remediation recommendations, and coordinating closure with system engineering teams
  • Conduct system assessments including STIG compliance checks (STIG Viewer, SCAP), ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scans, and audit activities supporting ongoing authorization
  • Communicate technical risks, security requirements, and accreditation status clearly to government customers and program leadership, ensuring shared understanding and timely decision-making.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of related cybersecurity or RMF experience
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ or equivalent)
  • Hands-on experience with ACAS/Nessus/Tenable Security Center for vulnerability management
  • Proficiency with eMASS for RMF package management, control evidence tracking, and customer-facing documentation workflows

Desired:

  • Experience supporting UEWR, PAVE PAWS, PARCS, or other Strategic Warning and Surveillance radar systems
  • Knowledge of the Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) mission set and associated enterprise
  • Expertise with RMF Rev 4 and Rev 5, including updated control implementations and evidence development
  • Prior experience repairing inherited ATO packages, improving documentation quality, and driving compliance maturity

Benefits & conditions

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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