Authorization and Accreditation Lead

Authorization And Accreditation Lead

Location: McLean / Herndon / Reston, VA (Northern Virginia Territory)

Security Clearance Required: Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Job Description

RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals.

We are searching for talented individuals who provide intelligence, engineering, and mission management expertise for the Government. This program will maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of our country's most important missions both at home and abroad. If you are ready to support a high-performing team that truly makes a difference, then come join us!

Job Description:

• The Authorization and Accreditation Lead is a critical member of the Program Management Office (PMO), providing oversight, process improvement, and operational support to enhance program security policy, counterintelligence, and security controls. This role ensures seamless integration of solutions, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and optimizes program processes to meet strategic objectives.

The Authorization and Accreditation Lead shall possess the following capabilities:

• Complete new system(s) authorization and accreditation through the Sponsor's Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes, procedures, security requirements, and systems (e.g., Greenlight).
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with technical teams, program staff, and leadership to streamline operations and drive program success.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all program documentation is up-to-date, accurate, and adheres to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Desired: Certified in AWS or equivalent cloud technology.
• Security+, Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or equivalent.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or Information Systems and three (5) years of direct combined experience in IT systems administration, cybersecurity compliance, IT system troubleshooting, and incident response OR High School Diploma and eight (8) years of combined experience in IT systems administration, cybersecurity compliance, IT system troubleshooting, and incident response.
• Demonstrated six (6) years of experience in a role such as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), accrediting Sponsor programs of similar scope or complexity.
• Experience with completing new system(s) authorization and accreditation through the Sponsor's Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes, procedures, security requirements, and systems (e.g., Greenlight).
• Experience in security policy, counterintelligence, and security controls.

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Pay Range: 265,000-290,000

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role's responsibilities, the candidate's educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

RealmOne Benefits:

• Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family with buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K - 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 5% safe harbor - 5% annual profit share. Immediate vested, no match required!
• Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO - 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays - Paid hours for company-required training.
• Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy - Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. - $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
• MORE BENEFITS...FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! - Paid parental leave - Adoption assistance - Annual swag drops - Flexible work schedules - Generous referral bonus program - Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events...and much more.

About Us:

• RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers' toughest mission challenges.
• Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
• RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
• RealmOne has earned numerous awards, including being named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun. With more than 30+ active contracts, 12 of which are prime, RealmOne stands as a premier innovator supporting the Government and Department of Defense, with team members located nationwide.

Disclaimer: Benefits packages offered by RealmOne are subject to variation and may differ based on work location, clearance level, and other eligibility criteria. Specific eligibility, availability, and scope of benefits are not guaranteed, may differ from those generally described, and remain subject to modification at the sole discretion of the company.