Senior Cyber Engineer (Navy/RMF)

COLSA is seeking a Cyber Engineer with prior U.S. Navy experience and a strong understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, procedures, and tools. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity compliance activities within Navy environments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Design, develop, and integrate AI models, intelligent agents, and software tools to automate cybersecurity processes

• Oversee compliance with RMF control requirements and ensure all control evidence is accurate, complete, and up to date.

• Coordinate with cybersecurity teams, system administrators, engineering staff, and external assessors during audits, assessments, and inspections.

• Ensure proper implementation of security controls throughout the system lifecycle and validate compliance with DoW cybersecurity policies.

• Provide guidance to technical teams on RMF expectations, cybersecurity requirements, and proper documentation practices.

• Track vulnerabilities, assessment results, and remediation efforts, ensuring timely closure and accurate documentation.

• Communicate system security status, risks, and notable issues to leadership and stakeholders.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture\_benefits

Required SkillsRequired Experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cyber security, engineering, or related field or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 10 or more years of experience in information security, cyber security, or a related field.

• Previous Navy experience, preferably in cybersecurity, information assurance, or systems engineering roles.

• Demonstrated experience with the RMF lifecycle, including documentation, control implementation, security assessments, and continuous monitoring.

• Practical knowledge of RMF-related tools such as eMASS and other DoW compliance systems.

• Experience serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) or Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), with responsibilities that include maintaining system security documentation, managing POA&Ms, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with DoW cybersecurity policies.

• Active Security+CE certification or equivalent.

• Active Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 privacy controls.

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or other DoD 8570-compliant credentials.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.