RMF & ATO Administrator Lead (DoD, eMASS)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Quantico Base (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an ATO Administrator to oversee RMF processes via eMASS and daily cybersecurity operations within the MCU environment. You will ensure compliance with DoW directives and coordinate with system owners and ISSMs to maintain accurate documentation.

The role requires active DoD clearance, 6+ years in federal cybersecurity, and an IAT Level III certification. Approximately $110k–$140k annually, with a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen required as per federal regulations (8 U.S.C. 1324b).
• Active DoD Interim Secret or Secret Clearance required.
• Minimum 6 years in federal cybersecurity environments, with 4+ years on DoD RMF.
• IAT Level III security certification (CISSP, CASP+ CE or CISM) required.
• Strong RMF proficiency including SSP, CCB, and COOP documentation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership of technical teams or projects.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, ACAS, DoD STIGs, FedRAMP, FISMA, and DoD DoDI 8500.01/01.

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, develop SOPs, and create security diagrams.
• Ensure ATO packages are updated and deadlines met for submission/renewal.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSMs, and technical teams for accurate documentation.
• May involve basic system configuration, patch management, and troubleshooting.
• Lead training on RMF processes, security tool administration, and incident response.

Skills

RMF processes

eMASS administration

SSP development

Leadership

Clearance management

NIST 800-53 knowledge

Vulnerability management

Communication

Tools

eMASS

Vulnerability management systems

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an ATO Administrator to oversee RMF processes via eMASS and daily cybersecurity operations within the MCU environment. You will ensure compliance with DoW directives and coordinate with system owners and ISSMs to maintain accurate documentation.

The role requires active DoD clearance, 6+ years in federal cybersecurity, and an IAT Level III certification. Approximately $110k–$140k annually, with a comprehensive benefits program.