ATO Architect

Job description

Job Overview & Responsibilities As an ATO Architect, you will assist Federal and DoD Customers in navigating the complete Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle while ensuring compliance with security policies and authorization requirements. In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders to coordinate Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities, identify and mitigate risks, and maintain the security posture of systems from acquisition and deployment to decommissioning. You will act as a trusted security advisor, translating complex cybersecurity requirements into practical recommendations that facilitate the secure and compliant implementation of IT systems. Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate and support RMF Steps 0–6 activities required to obtain and maintain system Authorizations to Operate (ATO). - Collaborate with system stakeholders to ensure security requirements are implemented and documented. - Develop, update, and maintain detailed security documentation and authorization artifacts in accordance with the individual agencies policies and processes. - Identify, assess, and help mitigate security risks and vulnerabilities, escalating critical risks to leadership when n...