Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer (ISSE)
Core
Lead security professionals to implement full lifecycle Risk Management Framework (RMF) for mission-critical federal systems, ensuring compliance and authorization.
Role type
Senior IC cybersecurity lead (RMF specialist)
Builds
Secure federal IT systems and authorization packages
Domain
Federal government / Cybersecurity compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RMF lifecycle management, NIST 800-37/800-53 expertise, security control implementation, risk analysis, incident response, team leadership, system categorization, continuous monitoring, ATO documentation
Preferred skills
FBI/DOJ environment experience, federal program leadership, audit readiness (IG/GAO), continuous monitoring tools
Technologies
NIST frameworks, RMF tools, security control dashboards
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor contractor security team; oversee RMF Prepare step; guide system categorization; advise on security controls; ensure control assessments; prepare authorization packages; direct continuous monitoring; serve as principal advisor for risk/incidents; promote security awareness; track and report status/risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership