[Contingent] Lead ATO Subject Matter Expert (Rapid ATO Team)

Job Description DISCLAIMER: This position is in support of a current government proposal. Employment is contingent upon contract award to phia, LLC.

Status: Proposal - Contingent upon Award

OVERVIEW: phia is seeking a "Heavy Hitter" in the Federal RMF space to serve as the Lead ATO SME for a federal bureau. This leadership role acts as the primary technical interface between the Government and the contractor team, providing management and technical oversight for the Rapid ATO program. This role requires extensive experience in federal security assessments, policy, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) execution.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary technical interface for the Rapid ATO program, overseeing technical delivery and team performance.

• Lead the 7-step NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) process for complex security boundaries.

• Perform high-level security assessments, prepare complex documentation, and upgrade security for live networks/systems.

• Assess IT security policies against Federal and International standards to ensure total compliance.

• Utilize the JCAM (Justice Cybersecurity Assessment and Management) system to manage security artifacts and approvals.

Who You Are

• A technical leader with 10 years of IT Project Management experience in Waterfall and Agile environments.

• An expert with 10 years of experience performing security assessments and upgrading security for live networks (including classified systems).

• A professional with 10 years of experience assessing IT security policies against Federal/International standards.

• Deeply knowledgeable in NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, and the JCAM system.

Required Education + Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree.

• Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience as outlined above.

• Certifications (Must have at least TWO): CISA, CRISC, CISM, CGEIT, CISSP, or CAP.

• Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required.

GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Work Hours: 0730 - 1600 HRS EST, Monday through Friday.

• Work Location: Washington, DC. Hybrid/Telework is considered for unclassified work; however, all classified work must be performed on-site.

• Travel: Minimal travel may be required to federal sites as requested.

Who We Are

phia LLC ("phia") is a Northern Virginia based, small business established in 2011 with focus in Cyber Intelligence, Cyber Security/Defense, Intrusion Analysis & Incident Response, Cyber Architecture & Capability Analysis, Cyber Policy & Strategy, Information Assurance/Security, Compliance, Certification & Accreditation, Communications Security, Traditional Security, and Facilities Security. phia also provides cyber operations support functions such as: Program and Process Management, Engineering, Development, and Systems Administration that allows for Cyber Operations to efficiently integrate our customer's missions and objectives. phia supports various agencies and offices within the Department of Defense (DoD), Federal government, and private/commercial entities.

phia offers excellent benefits to enhance work-life balance, including the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition and Professional Development Assistance