ATO Administrator II

American Systems; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an ATO Administrator to oversee RMF processes via eMASS administration and daily cybersecurity operations within the DoD framework. You will author SSPs and RARs, manage the authorization lifecycle, ensure milestones, and collaborate with system owners and ISSMs to maintain compliant documentation; leadership and training duties are included.

Minimum 6 years in federal cybersecurity, active DoD clearance, and IAT Level III certification are required.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active DoD Interim Secret or Secret Clearance.
• 6+ years of federal cybersecurity experience with 4+ years in managing complex DoD information systems and RMF processes.
• IAT Level III certification (CISSP, CASP+ CE, or CISM) is required.
• Strong RMF experience including SSP development, CCB implementation, and COOP documentation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams or projects.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, ACAS, DoD STIGs, and DoD/ Federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, FISMA, DoDI 8500.01/01).
• Experience with assessment tools like eMASS, vulnerability management systems, and automated compliance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Author detailed security assessment reports, SSPs, and RARs for multiple ATO packages in eMASS.
• Utilize the eMASS platform to manage the authorization lifecycle.
• Upload and maintain RMF artifacts (Body of Evidence), develop SOPs, and create security diagrams.
• Ensure that ATO packages are maintained and deadlines are met for submission or renewal.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSMs, and technical teams for accurate documentation and compliance.
• May involve basic system configuration, patch management, and troubleshooting.
• Lead training initiatives on RMF processes, security tool administration, and incident response protocols for the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Team management

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

Vulnerability management

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

An Average Day: As the ATO Administrator you will provide oversight to the execution of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes via eMASS administration and daily cybersecurity operations while ensuring compliance with DoD directives throughout the MCU environment.

• Author detailed security assessment reports, System Security Plans (SSPs), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs) for multiple Authority to Operate (ATO) packages in eMASS
• Utilize the eMASS platform to manage the authorization lifecycle
• Upload and maintain RMF artifacts (Body of Evidence), develop SOPs, and create security-related diagrams.
• Ensure that ATO packages are maintained and deadlines are met for package submission and or renewal.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSMs, and technical teams for accurate documentation and compliance.
• May involve basic system configuration, patch management, and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Lead training initiatives on RMF processes, security tool administration, and incident response protocols for team development.

Qualifications

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) , we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
• Must hold active DOD Interim Secret or Secret Clearance.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in federal cybersecurity environments, with at least four years in managing complex DoD information systems and RMF processes.
• Must have an IAT Level III security certification such as CISSP, CASP+ CE or CISM
• Strong proficiency with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes including System Security Plan (SSP) development, Control Correlation Bridge (CCB) implementation, and Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) documentation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are crucial.
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience managing technical teams or projects
• Comprehensive knowledge of NIST 800-53 security control families, ACAS, DoD STIGs implementation, continuous monitoring, and federal compliance frameworks including FedRAMP, FISMA, and DoD Instruction DoDI 8500.01 and 01 requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with assessment tools like vulnerability management systems, eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service), and automated compliance reporting platforms used in DoD Risk Management Framework implementations.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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