RMF A&A / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Support Specialist

Company Overview:

Over the past 15 years, eTel has delivered essential solutions for the federal government by securing and managing data, providing scalable identity access, modernizing legacy systems, and building high-performance platforms. By integrating new technologies and ensuring reliable operations we help agencies stay prepared for future challenges. As a premier technology solutions and services company to the US federal government, eTel possesses longstanding relationships across the federal civilian marketplace, with especially strong ties with Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Other customers include the broader Treasury Department, Commerce Department, and State Department.

eTel offers integrated CMMI Level 3 processes, tools, and techniques with innovative, cost-efficient, and secure solutions to address complex challenges. eTel also holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 certifications, and offers dedicated subject matter experts (SMEs) and thought leaders that possess a deep understanding of customers’ environments and challenges.

Position Summary:

Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization activities. Serve as ISSO, ensuring that all security documentation, controls testing, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and FISMA recordkeeping are accurate and compliant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and document all RMF A&A activities as required by FISMA, NIST SP 800-37/800-53, and related federal policy.
• Prepare, update, and maintain security artifacts (SSP, SAR, POA&M, ATO packages) in Xacta360.
• Maintain year-round tracking, reporting, and recommendations on POA&Ms.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, system risk analysis, and develop/implement mitigation strategies.
• Participate in the maintenance of agency FISMA inventory records.
• Coordinate with GPO SOC and IT divisions for continuous security posture monitoring.
• Respond to security incidents and support audit activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 3 years’ working knowledge of GCC-H/GCC cybersecurity environments.
• Experience in federal RMF A&A processes, FISMA compliance, and OMB/NIST/CISA guidance.
• Familiarity with Xacta360 or similar government security management tools.
• Ability to produce high-quality documentation and communicate with federal stakeholders.
• Must be able to pass a GPO public trust background check.

Additional Requirements for All Key Personnel:

• General GCC-H/GCC Experience: All roles require a minimum of 3 years’ hands-on work with Microsoft Government Cloud (GCC-H/GCC) environments.
• Security Clearance: Ability to pass and maintain a GPO Public Trust background check.
• Eligibility for Telework: All FTEs may telework but must be available for all in-person meetings as required by GPO IT Security.

Commitment to Diversity -
eTelligent Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nations origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, and any other characteristic provided in accordance with applicable, federal, state and local laws.