NIST Risk Management Framework SME

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF activities for federal systems, ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and related standards.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Conduct gap analyses and risk assessments to identify compliance deficiencies and recommend remediation strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on security control implementation and documentation for Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages.
• Support security audits and assessments, including preparation for FISMA and FedRAMP requirements.
• Deliver training and workshops on RMF processes and NIST SP 800-53 controls.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSOs, and other stakeholders to ensure continuous monitoring and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity compliance, with at least 3 years focused on RMF and NIST SP 800-53.
• Demonstrated experience developing SSPs, POA&Ms, and conducting security assessments.
• Strong understanding of NIST SP 800 series (800-53, 800-37, 800-171) and FISMA requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent are required.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for compliance documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISSEP (formerly CISSP-ISSEP) certification.
• Experience with cloud security and FedRAMP controls.
• Ability to lead compliance workshops and mentor junior staff.

Location/Work Arrangement

This position is a Remote Work Arrangement with some travel/onsite requirements.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation.
• 401K.
• Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.

Schedule

Schedule is full-time, Monday – Friday 40-hour week.