Cybersecurity Lead - ATO (Top Secret Cleared)

Connsci • Washington, DC

21h

About The Position

Connsci is seeking a Cybersecurity Lead/ATO Subject Matter Expert to serve as the senior technical and programmatic authority for RMF execution and system authorization activities supporting a large federal agency. This role functions as the primary management, administrative, and technical interface between the Government and contractor personnel. The Lead provides expert-level guidance on federal information system security, supporting both classified and unclassified systems, and ensures RMF activities are executed in accordance with agency policies and NIST standards. In this role, you can expect to: Provide overall leadership and technical direction for RMF and ATO activities across agency systems. Perform system security assessments and prepare system security documentation supporting certification and authorization decisions. Lead the development of A&A and ATO packages for federal information systems, including classified systems. Assess and enhance IT system security policies and procedures in response to federal and international regulatory requirements. Apply extensive knowledge of federal security regulations and assessment methodologies to guide authorization decisions. Support security control selection and assessment activities using NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-37. Utilize the Joint Cybersecurity Assessment and Management (JCAM) system to document RMF artifacts and authorization packages. Support IT project execution across both Waterfall and Agile environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 10 years of experience in IT Project Management in both Waterfall and Agile environments.
• At least 10 years of experience performing system security assessments, preparing system security documentation, and/or performing security upgrades for live networks, servers, desktop systems, and enterprise databases leading to successful system authorization.
• At least 10 years of experience assessing and enhancing IT systems security policies and procedures in response to the regulatory requirements associated with Federal and International standards.
• At least 10 years of IT security experience with extensive knowledge of security regulations and assessments, including development of A&A and ATO packages for classified systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-37, with experience using JCAM preferred.
• Active Top Secret clea rance
• Required Certifications (Minimum Two Required , from list below ): ISACA – Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) ISACA – Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) ISACA – Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) ISACA – Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) (ISC)² – Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (ISC)² – Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and technical direction for RMF and ATO activities across agency systems.
• Perform system security assessments and prepare system security documentation supporting certification and authorization decisions.
• Lead the development of A&A and ATO packages for federal information systems, including classified systems.
• Assess and enhance IT system security policies and procedures in response to federal and international regulatory requirements.
• Apply extensive knowledge of federal security regulations and assessment methodologies to guide authorization decisions.
• Support security control selection and assessment activities using NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-37.
• Utilize the Joint Cybersecurity Assessment and Management (JCAM) system to document RMF artifacts and authorization packages.
• Support IT project execution across both Waterfall and Agile environments.

Benefits

• Collaboration and Innovation : Work in an environment where collaboration and innovation are key. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference for our clients.
• Professional Growth : Be part of a team that values professional development. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement, allowing you to enhance your skills and career.
• Impactful Work : Engage in meaningful work that addresses mission-critical issues and supports organizations in achieving their goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level