Senior Technical Account Manager, Federal Programs

Fortress Information Security

. Own the technical relationship for an assigned federal program, including direct advisory engagement with ISSOs and ISSMs .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $166,380 - $191,977 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks, including RMF and NIST standards, while effectively managing technical relationships and advising on compliance and risk management. Proven ability to mentor teams and deliver high-quality advisory documentation in complex federal environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical Account ManagementDoD Cybersecurity FrameworksRisk Management Framework (RMF)NIST SP 800-37NIST SP 800-53

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity ConsultingProject ManagementRisk ManagementAgile MethodologiesScrumWaterfallAI-Driven PromptsVulnerability Disclosure CoordinationSupply Chain Risk ManagementSecure Software Development Lifecycle

Soft Skills

Advisory EngagementMentoringConflict ResolutionCommunicationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Fortress OfferingsSBOM CoordinationDoD Authorization Processes

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCAPMProject+CSM

Industry Keywords

Federal ProgramISSOISSMMission RiskEnterprise RiskDoDI 8510.01Defense EnvironmentsTechnical Relationship

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the technical relationship for an assigned federal program, including direct advisory engagement with ISSOs and ISSMs
Advise government stakeholders on mission, system and program risk related to cybersecurity, compliance and delivery timelines
Guide client alignment with the DoD Risk Management Framework and applicable NIST standards, including NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53
Advise on Executive Order 14028 alignment, including Secure Software Development Lifecycle principles, SBOM coordination, supply chain risk management, and vulnerability disclosure coordination
Prepare and deliver project briefings, status updates and advisory documentation to government leadership
Direct the technical work of Forward Deployed Engineers, set priorities, review output and hold delivery quality
Define and defend the technical approach and resolve conflicts between client requirements, platform capability and compliance constraints
Identify expansion scope emerging from delivery and hand it to Capture with the technical case attached
Mentor Technical Account Manager personnel and review their client-facing output
Partner with the Program Manager on schedule, dependency and escalation management
Serve as subject matter expert on Fortress offerings for federal and DoD clients
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

9 or more years in technical account management, technical project management, cybersecurity consulting or a related field
Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret
Advanced knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks including RMF and applicable NIST standards
Experience supporting or advising ISSO and ISSM functions in risk management and compliance contexts
Strong understanding of mission risk and enterprise risk in federal or defense environments
Familiarity with Agile, Scrum and Waterfall methodologies
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in complex regulated environments
Ability to independently use and refine AI-driven prompts to improve the quality and efficiency of regular work processes
Resident within commutable distance of a supported federal work site
Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs in a consulting or advisory capacity
Familiarity with DoDI 8510.01 and DoD authorization processes
PMP, CAPM, Project+, CSM or relevant cybersecurity certifications preferred
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional work experience required
Master’s Degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote and Hybrid working environment
Competitive pay structure
Medical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and families
Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) match
Flexible Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certifications
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Employee Referral Programs
Company Sponsored Events