Accreditation & Authorization Lead - TS/SCI Cleared

Zachary Piper, LLC; Newington (VA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible schedule

Career growth

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Accreditation & Authorization Lead to join a Federal Program in Newington, VA. The role focuses on RMF lifecycle activities, DoD/NIST compliance, and continuous monitoring to enable mission success.

The candidate will develop key security documentation, coordinate ATO/ATC, perform risk analyses, and collaborate with government customers and engineers to embed cybersecurity in system design.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supporting RMF/cybersecurity in DoD/federal environments.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Hands-on with NIST RMF process and ATO lifecycle.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 and 800-37; DoD RMF; STIGs.
• Experience developing RMF package docs (SSP, SAR, POA&Ms).
• Familiarity with eMASS and vulnerability tools (ACAS/Nessus).
• Strong cybersecurity principles, risk management, and controls implementation.
• DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification such as Security+, CISSP, CAP, CASP+.

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF activities across system lifecycle from categorization to continuous monitoring.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation (SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, SCTMs).
• Assess compliance with NIST 800-53 and federal standards.
• Coordinate ATO/ATC and periodic reauthorizations.
• Conduct reviews, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses.
• Track remediation and ensure findings are resolved on schedule.
• Support continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and audits.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSOs/ISSMs, engineers, and government customers.

Skills

RMF experience

Security clearance TS/SCI

NIST RMF process

ATO lifecycle

Vulnerability management

eMASS usage

Tools

eMASS

ACAS/Nessus

SCAP

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Accreditation & Authorization Lead to join a Federal Program located in Newington, VA. The Accreditation & Authorization Lead will play a critical role in ensuring systems maintain compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and federal cybersecurity requirements while enabling mission success through effective risk management practices.

Responsibilities of the A&A Lead:

• Lead and support RMF activities throughout the system lifecycle, from system categorization through authorization and continuous monitoring.
• Develop, maintain, and update cybersecurity documentation including:
  • System Security Plans (SSPs)
  • Security Assessment Reports (SARs)
  • Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
  • Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs)
  • Risk Assessment Reports
• Assess and validate compliance with NIST 800-53 security controls and applicable federal cybersecurity standards.
• Coordinate and support Authorization to Operate (ATO), Authority to Connect (ATC), and periodic reauthorization activities.
• Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses to identify threats and mitigation strategies.
• Track remediation efforts and ensure cybersecurity findings are resolved in accordance with organizational timelines.
• Support continuous monitoring initiatives, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity audits.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSOs, ISSMs, engineers, and government customers to ensure cybersecurity requirements are incorporated into system design and operations.
• Utilize tools such as eMASS, ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, and other cybersecurity platforms to maintain compliance and monitor security posture.

Qualifications of the A&A Lead:

• 3+ years of experience supporting RMF, cybersecurity compliance, or information assurance programs within a federal or DoD environment.
• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Hands-on experience with the NIST RMF process and ATO lifecycle.
• Knowledge of:
  • NIST 800-53
  • NIST 800-37
  • DoD RMF
  • STIG implementation and compliance
  • Vulnerability management processes
• Experience developing and maintaining RMF package documentation.
• Familiarity with eMASS and vulnerability scanning tools such as ACAS/Nessus.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and security control implementation.
• Active DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification such as Security+, CISSP, CAP, CASP+, or equivalent.

Compensation for the A&A Lead:

• Salary Range: $140,000+ *flexible based on experience*
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and Sick Leave as required by law
• Flexible working schedule
• Unlimited opportunities for growth