ATO Administrator II

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Quantico, VA, USA
In-Office
110K-140K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Professional Services • Defense
The Role
Administer Authority to Operate packages and oversee Risk Management Framework processes in eMASS for DoD information systems. Responsibilities include developing SSPs, security assessment reports, risk assessment reports, and compliance artifacts; maintaining authorization lifecycles; supporting configuration, patching, and troubleshooting; ensuring DoD compliance; collaborating with system owners and technical teams; and leading training on RMF, security tools, and incident response.
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Now Hiring at AMERICAN SYSTEMS


Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development. 


Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success. 

Responsibilities

An Average Day: As the ATO Administrator you will provide oversight to the execution of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes via eMASS administration and daily cybersecurity operations while ensuring compliance with DoW directives throughout the MCU environment.

  • Author detailed security assessment reports, System Security Plans (SSPs), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs) for multiple Authority to Operate (ATO) packages in eMASS
  • Utilize the eMASS platform to manage the authorization lifecycle
  • Upload and maintain RMF artifacts (Body of Evidence), develop SOPs, and create security-related diagrams.
  • Ensure that ATO packages are maintained and deadlines are met for package submission and or renewal.
  • Collaborate with system owners, ISSMs, and technical teams for accurate documentation and compliance.
  • May involve basic system configuration, patch management, and troubleshooting technical issues. 
  • Lead training initiatives on RMF processes, security tool administration, and incident response protocols for team development.
Qualifications
  • As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) , we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
  • Must hold active DOD Interim Secret or Secret Clearance.
  • Minimum of 6 years’ experience in federal cybersecurity environments, with at least four years in managing complex DoD information systems and RMF processes.
  • Must have an IAT Level III security certification such as CISSP, CASP+ CE or CISM
  • Strong proficiency with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes including System Security Plan (SSP) development, Control Correlation Bridge (CCB) implementation, and Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) documentation.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are crucial. 
  • Proven leadership capabilities with experience managing technical teams or projects
  • Comprehensive knowledge of NIST 800-53 security control families, ACAS, DoD STIGs implementation, continuous monitoring, and federal compliance frameworks including FedRAMP, FISMA, and DoD Instruction DoDI 8500.01 and 01 requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience with assessment tools like vulnerability management systems, eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service), and automated compliance reporting platforms used in DoD Risk Management Framework implementations.
Pay Transparency StatementAMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO StatementEEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Skills Required

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Active DoD Interim Secret or Secret clearance
  • At least 6 years of experience in federal cybersecurity environments
  • At least 4 years managing complex DoD information systems and Risk Management Framework processes
  • IAT Level III security certification, such as CISSP, CASP+ CE, or CISM
  • Strong knowledge of RMF processes, including SSP development, Control Correlation Bridge implementation, and COOP documentation
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Leadership experience managing technical teams or projects
  • Knowledge of NIST 800-53 security control families, ACAS, DoD STIGs, continuous monitoring, FedRAMP, FISMA, DoDI 8500.01, and related DoD requirements
  • Experience with vulnerability management systems, eMASS, and automated compliance reporting platforms
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The Company
2,235 Employees
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned government services contractor that delivers professional, technical, information technology, engineering, analysis, testing, evaluation, and training solutions for complex national-priority programs. Based in McLean, Virginia, the company supports federal customers—particularly defense and other Department of Defense missions—with mission-essential and information engineering, digital engineering, systems integration, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and lifecycle IT services across critical public-sector environments.

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