Manager, Federal Programs

Harness Inc.•Washington, DC

56d•$185,000 - $210,000

About The Position

The Manager, Federal Programs will be responsible for delivering a FedRAMP program from initiation to achieving a FedRAMP Moderate + Authority to Operate (ATO). This role requires a deep understanding of the FedRAMP process and compliance standards, coupled with strong leadership skills to collaborate across teams, including Engineering, Product, and Security Engineering. This position is critical for guiding our organization through the stringent federal compliance landscape while ensuring efficient communication and execution across stakeholders. You'll start out leading the hands-on effort to establish the program, and develop a staffing and capacity model to support federal agency and CSP customers.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in FedRAMP program management.
Proven track record of successfully delivering a FedRAMP ATO for FedRAMP Moderate +.
Prior experience working with GCP, AWS and related cloud services.
Strong understanding of federal compliance frameworks, including NIST 800-53 controls.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical teams (Engineering and Product) and non-technical stakeholders.
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
Clear, concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex situations.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the FedRAMP 20x program and roadmap.
Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, or FedRAMP-specific credentials.
Comfortable with implementing automated controls and reporting.
Familiarity with additional compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, FISMA, CMMC, etc.).
Hands-on experience implementing security and compliance controls in a cloud-native environment.
Exposure to agile or other iterative project methodologies

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end process of achieving FedRAMP Moderate + ATO.
Develop and execute a FedRAMP program roadmap aligned with organizational goals and timelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Product, and Security Engineering, to ensure seamless integration of security and compliance requirements.
Manage documentation, audits, and reporting associated with FedRAMP processes.
Identify, track, and mitigate risks related to federal compliance projects.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all FedRAMP-related activities and communications.
Provide subject matter expertise on FedRAMP requirements and best practices to internal teams.
Stay updated on federal policies, guidelines, and trends impacting compliance and security.