Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) Program Lead Security Clearance Required (Future Need)

ICF is seeking an experienced Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) Program Lead to support a Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA) cybersecurity this role you will manage and execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities across multiple DHRA information systems ensuring compliance with DoD and NIST cybersecurity standards. The A&A Program Lead provides expert guidance on RMF policy and process implementation oversees the quality of authorization packages and serves as the primary RMF point of contact for DHRA system owners and stakeholders.

Work will be performed on-site in Monterey CA or Alexandria VA.

What Youll Do

• Oversee and manage the RMF lifecycle for DHRA information systems in accordance with NIST SP 800-37 SP 800-53 CNSSI 1253 and DoDI 8510.01.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all A&A and RMF activities within the Cyber PRIMES program.
• Lead mentor and coordinate the work of RMF analysts assessors and documentation specialists.
• Develop and maintain key RMF artifacts including Security Assessment Plans (SAPs) System Security Plans (SSPs) Security Assessment Reports (SARs) and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Ensure consistent compliant implementation of RMF controls and processes across multiple DHRA systems and environments.
• Review and validate control implementations risk assessments and authorization documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Interface with Authorizing Officials (AOs) Information System Security Managers (ISSMs) and Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to coordinate authorization packages and schedules.
• Support continuous monitoring activities vulnerability management and risk mitigation planning.
• Track ATO timelines renewal cycles and compliance posture across the DHRA enterprise.
• Advise program and technical leadership on RMF requirements control inheritance and security posture impacts of system changes.
• Contribute to governance boards and working groups focused on cybersecurity policy reporting and tool optimization.

Required Qualifications

CISM

Desired Qualifications

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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :

$130037.00 - $221063.00

California Client Office (CA88)

Key Skills

Engineering Support,MAC,Hydraulic,General Services,Ado,Health Education

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 130037 - 221063