Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (RMF & Accreditation)

Job Title: Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (RMF & Accreditation) Department: Federal Installation and Support Reports to: Director, Installation and Support Office: Columbia, MD Work Location: On Site - Ft Meade, MD Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world’s most critical networks. Owl’s product lines of cross domain, data diode, and portable media solutions provide the strongest available security checkpoints for threat prevention and secure data availability. Our in-depth expertise in security engineering at the operating system level enables us to help government and commercial customers meet ever-evolving cyber security threats. Job Summary The Principal Cybersecurity Engineer will create, and tailor Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM) based on the Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidance, NIST 800-53, ICD 503, and CNSSI 1253. Exposure to Cross Domain Solution (CDS) accreditation and the National Cross Domain Strategy and Management Office (NCDSMO) Raise the Bar (RTB) initiative is required. Experience creating artifacts supporting the RMF accreditation process is required. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Serves as the primary technical liaison for Accreditation activities, leading and conducting Accreditation-related briefings for government ISSMs and senior customer stakeholders. Prepare support briefings for ATO packages statusesFacilitate XACTA and eMass data entry at Owl customer sites by creating Authorization to Operate packages for Authorization Official approval to include:CONOPSSSTPSSPPOA&MSelf-Assessment PlanCyber Threat Security PlanSCTMFacilitate the ATO process on-site with Owl customersInterface with Cross Domain engineers to document security control responses within required documentation Requirements/Qualifications EducationBachelor’s Degree in System Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a computer/software engineering related field.ExperienceMinimum of 15+ years of experience in RMF Security EngineeringKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to understand, interpret and make recommendations based on relevant publications (e.g., NIST 800-53, ICD-503 and DoD 8510.01)Requirement Definition and Analysis, System Security ArchitectureNCDSMO standards and guidance documents regarding CDS architecture, design, development, engineering, implementation, system security, local and remote management and monitoring, and filtering.Leadership experience in utilizing Risk Management Framework to drive the end-to-end accreditation process including negotiating with the Authorizing Official (AO) to achieve an Authorization to Operate (ATO)Linux Operating Systems including open-source distributions, SELinux policy and embedded systemsSecurity Technical Implementation Guide development and modification, and STIG remediationSCAP/OVAL and ACAS scanning and thorough understanding of the frameworkPrevious Common CriteriaTrusted ComputingPenetration testingTest and Evaluation (T&E) and Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)Additional Competencies/RequirementsCandidates must hold current TS/SCI clearance.Required Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT/IAM Level III certificationFamiliarity with XACTA/TSABI process for the IC and the SABI process for DOD.Candidates must be able to commute regularly (M-F) to customer sites in the local area.Ability to travel outside of the local area, up to 30% annually, is required. Salary The salary for this position ranges between $165,000.00 and $185,000.00 USD. This range represents Owl Cyber Defense Solutions' good-faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of posting. Placement within the range will depend on factors such as relevant work experience, geographic location, education, training, certifications, key skills, internal equity, market data, and other job-related considerations. Compensation will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. This position is also eligible to participate in the Company's annual bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan. Benefits Owl offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, generous paid time off, company-paid life insurance, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance. Employees may also choose from a variety of voluntary benefits and wellness programs. Specific benefit plan details, employee contribution rates, eligibility requirements, and other program information will be shared during the hiring process. About Owl Owl . Owl Cyber Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal employment laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Owl Cyber Defense endeavors to make