RMF / ATO Automation Lead

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Job Overview & Responsibilities The RMF / ATO Automation Lead is a senior technical and compliance leader responsible for owning and executing the full Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation lifecycle for a mission‑critical enclave. This role leads the implementation of DoD and Intelligence Community security controls, drives ATO and continuous ATO (cATO) efforts, and modernizes compliance through automation and DevSecOps practices. The ideal candidate brings deep experience operating in IL5/IL6 environments and can bridge security, engineering, and compliance teams to achieve scalable, audit‑ready outcomes. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the end‑to‑end RMF accreditation and ATO lifecycle for assigned enclaves, including initial ATO and continuous ATO (cATO). - Implement and assess security controls in accordance with CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800‑171, and NIST SP 800‑53 / 800‑59 as applicable. - Author, maintain, and update RMF documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, security assessments, and supporting artifacts. - Manage ATO submission packages and navigate eMASS approval chains, coordinating with ISSOs, ISSEs, AO representatives, and government stakeholders...