Control Validation Specialist (RMF)

TL;DR

Control Validation Specialist (RMF): Supporting the USTRANSCOM SISO mission by managing eMASS workflows and performing IT audits for compliance with Federal and DoD standards. Focus on conducting IV&V of STIG/SCAP findings, tracking POA&M mitigation, and ensuring A&A packages meet readiness baselines for Authorizing Official review.

Location: Must be based in or able to work on-site at Scott Air Force Base, IL, or government-approved remote/hybrid location. Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Company

hirify.global provides expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense with a focus on emerging technologies.

What you will do

• Serve as primary intake support for A&A packages, routing workflows in eMASS to meet 7-day turnaround SLAs.
• Perform IT audits and control validation on classified and unclassified networks and applications.
• Conduct deep-dive IV&V of STIG checklists, SCAP scans, and ACAS vulnerability findings.
• Facilitate Package Readiness Reviews (PRR) to ensure compliance before formal AO routing.
• Monitor and track POA&M mitigation milestones and maintain the systemic risk ledger.
• Draft Risk Acceptance Memorandums based on engineering risk analysis of residual vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Must possess a favorable Tier 3 (T3) NACLC/ANACI investigation.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with DoD 8500.2 or NIST SP 800-53 and RMF principles.
• Strong working knowledge of eMASS for workflow management.
• Active DoD 8570.01-M / DoDM 8140 Information Assurance Technical Level II certification.
• Availability during Central Time core support hours required.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with ACAS, Vulnerator, STIG Viewer, and SCAP Compliance Checker.
• Prior experience supporting USTRANSCOM or DLA cybersecurity environments.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees.
• 401(k) match up to 10% of salary contributions.
• Comprehensive training and development program.
• 11 paid holidays and 15 days of PTO annually.
• Short and long-term disability plans provided.