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Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS) · 1 day ago

NIST Risk Management Framework SME

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS) is seeking a NIST Risk Management Framework SME to support clients in Evergreen. The role involves providing expert guidance on implementing and maintaining compliance with NIST SP 800-53 security controls across federal systems, ensuring adherence to the Risk Management Framework lifecycle.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Qualification

NIST SP 800-53Risk Management FrameworkCybersecurity complianceCISSP certificationTechnical writingCloud securityCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

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

ISSEP (formerly CISSP-ISSEP) certification

Experience with cloud security and FedRAMP controls

Ability to lead compliance workshops and mentor junior staff

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K

Long and Short-Term Disability

Company

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS)

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS) is an engineering, technology, and security firm providing mission-focused solutions for the clean energy, nuclear, and federal programs markets.

Founded in 2007

Oak Ridge, Tennessee, USA

201-500 employees