Azure Networking ISSE / RMF Focused / Fedramp & NIST / Hybrid in DC

Azure Networking ISSE / RMF Focused / Fedramp & NIST / Hybrid in DC

Washington, District Of Columbia

Onsite

Contract

$65/hr - $75/hr

Our client is a boutique government consulting company seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the secure design, implementation, and authorization of systems in a cloud-based environment. This role requires strong expertise in Azure networking and security, Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, and compliance with NIST and FedRAMP standards. This role is hybrid onsite, 3 days a week in Washington DC. The role is a 6 month contract to hire that converts on 6 months to the day. Contract Duration: 6 Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience working as an ISSE supporting RMF-authorized systems
• Hands-on experience with Azure networking and security services
• Strong understanding of firewalls, network segmentation, and secure system architecture
• Working knowledge of NIST frameworks and FedRAMP requirements
• Experience authoring and maintaining RMF documentation

Desired Skills & Experience

• CISSP or CSSP Certification

What You Will Be Doing

• Our client's ISSE will design, implement, and maintain security controls for systems hosted in Microsoft Azure
• Support all phases of the RMF lifecycle, including system categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, and authorization
• Develop and maintain security documentation such as SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, and other RMF artifacts
• Implement and manage network security controls, including firewalls, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and secure routing
• Ensure system compliance with NIST 800-53, 800-37, 800-30, and related frameworks
• Support FedRAMP compliance activities, including continuous monitoring
• Collaborate with engineering, networking, and compliance teams to identify and remediate security findings
• Participate in audits, assessments, and security reviews

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Specialization:

• Cloud Security