Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist

Torch Technologies is seeking a Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist to eliminate accreditation bottlenecks for the Joint Staff J7 JTSD. This role can be located in Suffolk, VA or Huntsville, AL with hybrid flexibility. You will own the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) lifecycle, maintaining audit-ready packages in eMASS to achieve and maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for all JWCC Azure environments.

** As a Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:*
* * Manage end-to-end RMF package execution (Steps 1–6) in eMASS for systems migrating to Azure Government (IL5/IL6).
* Author System Security Plans (SSP), Continuous Monitoring Plans, Security Assessment Reports, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
* Assess and validate NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls, DISA Cloud Computing SRG requirements, and applicable STIG baselines.
* Liaise directly with Primary Government Project Leads, Division ISSMs, and Security Control Assessor (SCA) representatives to defend security packages.
* Translate DoD Zero Trust mandate requirements into verifiable security controls within the RMF boundary.  
** Qualifications*
* * U.S. Citizenship
* Active DoW Secret clearance.
* Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field, plus 7+ years of dedicated DoD cybersecurity and accreditation experience.
* Extensive, hands-on experience authoring and managing packages in the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to successful ATO awards.
* Deep working command of NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and DoD Instruction 8510.01 (RMF).
* Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CAP/CGRC).
* Strong problem‐solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
* Effective communication and collaboration skills  
** Preferred Qualifications*
* * Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
* Direct experience developing RMF authorization packages for systems hosted in Azure Government (IL5) or Azure Secret (IL6), leveraging FedRAMP High and DISA Provisional Authorizations (PAs).
* Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  accreditation pathways, automated compliance evidence generation, and DoD Continuous ATO concepts.
* Demonstrated experience translating DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture requirements into eMASS control implementation statements.
* Prior experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Command, or Army/Navy cyber accreditation workflows.
* Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience  
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* Schedule:

** M-F; 8-5  
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* Work Location:

** Suffolk, VA or Huntsville, AL – Hybrid / Flexible On-Site.  
** Travel:
** Yes, 0-10%  
** Relocation Assistance Available:
** No  
** Position Contingent Upon Award of

Contract:

** No
* * Salary Range for VA:** $140,000-$165,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only.  Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.  

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** Benefits:
** Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health…