About the role

What will you do at COLSA?

COLSA is seeking a Cybersecurity Software Engineer with strong software development experience to design, develop, and integrate tools that enhance and automate Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and procedures. The ideal candidate will have hands-on software development expertise combined with an understanding of cybersecurity compliance workflows within a DoW environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

* Develop, enhance, and maintain tools and scripts that automate RMF processes and support system accreditation activities.

* Integrate RMF-related data sources, reports, and workflows into custom-built applications or automation scripts.

* Support cybersecurity teams by creating capabilities that improve efficiency, reduce manual workload, and standardize compliance activities.

* Create clear and comprehensive documentation for all tools, scripts, workflows, and processes, ensuring ease of use and long-term maintainability.

* Assist with improving RMF documentation, templates, and technical artifacts including security plans, control evidence, and compliance reports.

* Troubleshoot and maintain existing toolsets, ensuring they remain functional, secure, and aligned with current RMF requirements.

* Communicate technical concepts and tool capabilities to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

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 [https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits]

Which skills does this role require?

PythonC#Risk Management FrameworkCybersecurity complianceAutomationSoftware developmentAPI integrationDatabase integrationUI/UX developmentTechnical writingSystem accreditationSecurity plansControl evidenceCompliance reportingTroubleshootingCybersecuritySoftware EngineerRMFComplianceeMASSACASNessusHBSSSecurity+CySA+APIDatabaseUI/UXTechnical documentationSOPSecret clearanceData processingWorkflow automationContinuous monitoringControl validationTechnical artifactsInformation systemsEngineering

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