RMF/Security Risk Assessor

Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking an experienced RMF Security Risk Assessor with expertise in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to join our team. The team is currently undergoing a large scale migration to the cloud. With this in mind, this team member will need to support, develop, implement, and provide adjudication relating to existing and future cybersecurity policies while continuously advancing the cybersecurity posture and effectiveness. The successful candidate will have strong technical abilities, including coding skills and a comprehensive understanding of security risks in cloud environments. As a Security Risk Assessor, you will provide Security Assessment and RMF expertise to help our client streamline processes, improve systems, and enhance product delivery and lifecycle management. This role is essential in providing significant impacts to the program, helping teams navigate the cATO and deployment processes efficiently while maintaining high standards of security and compliance. Candidates must be located physically in the Omaha, NE area or surrounding areas. Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Overseeing the continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) assessment process for multiple applications.
• Ensuring applications going into production minimize risk and comply with client and program policies and requirements.
• Assessing and mitigating risks associated with the deployment and operation of applications in cloud environments.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage the lifecycle of various capabilities, from configuration to enhancement and development.
• Overseeing data management processes to ensure data integrity and security.
• Providing support for ongoing operations and maintenance of systems to ensure security and compliance.
• Applying HCD methodologies to the design and development of products, ensuring user-centric solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in providing RMF expertise
• 1-3 years of experience in cATO and Fast Track ATO processes and procedures
• 1-3 years of  experience in security risk assessment and management, specifically in cloud-based systems
• Ability to meticulously assess security risks and ensure compliance with client and program requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks in systems and processes
• Bachelor’s in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or another related field
• US Citizenship and an active Top Secret security clearance 

Desired Qualifications:

• A Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification is highly desirable to understand risks in cloud environments

This position will be a hybrid role based out of Omaha. NE. The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $100,000.00 - $120,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

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