HII Mission Technologies seeks a Cyber Engineer to guide mission-critical government systems through the full Risk Management Framework lifecycle. This role is central to designing and validating security controls, ensuring compliance with federal policies, and securing Authorities to Operate. The position requires onsite work at our location in Annapolis Junction, MD.
What You'll Do
- Lead the system through all RMF steps, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
- Design, document, and validate Cross-Domain security controls to ensure compliant data transfer and system segmentation.
- Develop and maintain all required RMF and cybersecurity documentation, including the System Security Plan, Plan of Action and Milestones, and Security Assessment Report.
- Prepare systems for ATO packages, assessments, and audits, ensuring readiness for Authorizing Official review.
- Coordinate with security assessors, ISSOs, system owners, and engineering teams to ensure controls are correctly implemented and evidenced.
- Conduct risk identification and provide recommendations for mitigation and remediation.
- Support continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability assessments, configuration audits, and control updates.
- Stay current on federal cybersecurity policies, frameworks, tools, and emerging security threats.
- Communicate technical security requirements to non-technical stakeholders and support decision-making processes across functional units.
What We're Looking For
- 9 years relevant experience with a Bachelors in a related field; 7 years with a Masters; 4 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or a High School Diploma and 13 years relevant experience.
- Comprehensive understanding of the RMF process (NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related guidance).
- Experience developing and validating Cross-Domain and boundary security controls.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity governance frameworks, system accreditation processes, and federal security policy.
- Ability to provide technical solutions to complex cybersecurity compliance challenges.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate technical security concepts into operational recommendations.
- Knowledge of security assessment procedures, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring practices.
- A SECRET security clearance is required.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $128,887.00 - $175,000.00.
- Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
- Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
- Savings Plan Options (401(k)) and financial planning tools.
- Life insurance.
- Employee discounts.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.
- Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation occasionally offered for qualified positions.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Annapolis Junction, MD.
HII Mission Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
