Accreditation & Authorization Lead - TS/SCI Cleared - 174986

ZP Group; Newington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO & Sick Leave

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Accreditation & Authorization Lead to join a Federal Program in Newington, VA. The role focuses on ensuring DoD and federal cybersecurity compliance through robust RMF activities and risk management.

The candidate will develop and maintain RMF documentation (SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, SCTMs) and lead ATO/ATC efforts while collaborating with ISSOs, engineers, and government customers to embed secure design and operations. TS/SCI clearance required or active.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of RMF and cybersecurity compliance experience in federal/DoD environments.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Hands-on with NIST RMF process and ATO lifecycle.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, 800-37, DoD RMF, STIGs, vulnerability management.
• Experience developing and maintaining RMF package documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF activities through system lifecycle, including authorization and continuous monitoring.
• Develop and update SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, SCTMs, and risk assessment reports.
• Validate compliance with NIST 800-53 controls and federal standards.
• Coordinate ATO/ATC and reauthorization activities.
• Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses.

Skills

RMF experience

Risk assessment

Security controls knowledge

Vulnerability management

NIST standards knowledge

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

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