Core One is seeking Authorization and Accreditation Lead to support our IC program. This position requires a TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance. The Authorization and compliance Lead is responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and guiding information systems through the Customer's A&A process. This role requires a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity standards, proactive engagement with stakeholders, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and execute activities across all RMF phases (Prepare, Categorize, Select, Implement, Assess, Authorize, Monitor). - Develop, review, and maintain accreditation artifacts including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Risk Assessments, and POA&Ms. - Monitor compliance with NIST 800-53, 800-171, ICD 503, FedRAMP, FISMA, and agency-specific policies. Prepare for and support audits, inspections, and assessments. - Conduct vulnerability scanning, compliance checks, risk assessments, and remediation tracking using tools such as Nessus or Tenable.sc. - Create and maintain security documentation, continuous monitoring strategies, incident response plans, and compliance reports. Provide briefings and status updates to leadership and Authorizing Officials. - Collaborate with system owners, engineers, and developers to ensure security is integrated into design, development, and operations. - Support investigation, response, and remediation of security incidents. - Manage account recertifications, access reviews, and deliver security awareness training at the system level. - Serve as the primary cybersecurity point of contact for assigned systems, ensuring clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree, or more advanced degree, in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or Information Systems or related field - 5+ years of cumulative experience spanning IT systems administration, cybersecurity compliance, IT system troubleshooting, and incident - 6+ years of experience in a role such as Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), accrediting Sponsor programs - 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 using the Sponsor's A&A process to accredit systems built on C2E or C2S Amazon Web Services - Experience in security policy, counterintelligence, and security controls - TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance Desired Qualifications: - Certified in AWS or equivalent cloud technology - Security+, Certified Information System Security - Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security - Manager (CISM), or equivalent