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Leidos

Sr. RMF Security Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Sr. RMF Security Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in ...

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Senior RMF Specialist/ISSO

Rock Island, IL · On-site

Overview The Senior RMF Specialist/ISSO is responsible for guiding IT systems through the entire Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle to achieve and maintain the Authority to Operate (ATO) for ...

Amyx, Inc.

RMF and Cybersecurity Lead

O Fallon, IL

Amyx is seeking to hire a RMF and Cybersecurity Lead to join our Defense client in O'Fallon, IL. * This position will supports RMF compliance, cybersecurity operations, and continuous monitoring.

Amyx, Inc.

RMF and Cybersecurity Lead

O Fallon, IL · On-site +1

This position will supports RMF compliance, cybersecurity operations, and continuous monitoring. * Primary Responsibilities will include: * Develops and maintains RMF artifacts (ATO/ATC, POA&Ms)

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Sr. RMF Security Engineer

Sr. RMF Security Engineer

Leidos

San Diego, CA • On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Leidos rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 451 rated business services

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Sr. RMF Security Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Primary Responsibilities:

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Risk Management Framework (RMF) Security Engineer to support a project at a Navy base in San Diego. This position will play a critical role in ensuring that information systems comply with federal cybersecurity standards, particularly within the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) cyber community. The RMF Security Engineer will guide the project through the RMF lifecycle, which includes categorizing information systems based on risk, selecting and implementing appropriate security controls (per NIST SP 800-53 or DoD-specific requirements), and assessing those controls for effectiveness. The RMF Security Engineer will conduct continuous monitoring, identify vulnerabilities, address compliance gaps, and ensure systems remain secure against evolving threats.

The RMF Security Engineer will act as a technical advisor and problem solver, bridging the gap between cybersecurity policy and system implementation. Will perform risk assessments, analyze security test results, and recommend mitigation strategies to address findings-whether through configuration changes, tool updates, or process improvements.

This position is 100% on site at the Navy base.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science or related field. BS with 12+ years' experience or MS with 10+ years' experience. Will consider work experience in lieu of a degree.

  • DoD 8570 approved security certification (i.e., Security +) (Will berequired90 days after hire).

  • Position requires US citizenship and an active Secret DoD security clearance.

  • RMF Compliance Expertise: Deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, FedRAMP, and DoD Instruction 8510.01 (DIARMF).

  • Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A):

  • Experience preparing System Security Plans (SSP), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).

  • Conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.

  • eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service)

  • SCAP tools (e.g., Nessus, Tenable.sc, OpenSCAP).

  • SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight).

  • STIG compliance (DISA STIGs, SCAP benchmarks)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Python, Bash, PowerShell for automation

  • AI/ML in RMF

  • Zero Trust Integration: Understanding NIST SP 800-207 (Zero Trust Architecture) and how it intersects with RMF.

  • CMMC 2.0.

  • COMSEC Understanding

  • CISSP Certification

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:May 27, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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