Cybersecurity, Accreditation Specialist

Torch Technologies, Inc.

. Eliminate accreditation bottlenecks for the Joint Staff J7 JTSD .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $140,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the Assessment & Authorization lifecycle, including authoring System Security Plans and maintaining audit-ready accreditation packages in eMASS. Proficient in NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls and translating DoD Zero Trust requirements into actionable security measures.

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Assessment & Authorization Lifecycle ManagementEMASS Package ManagementNIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 ComplianceDoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II CertificationCybersecurity Accreditation Experience

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Hard Skills

System Security Plans (SSPs)Continuous Monitoring PlansSecurity Assessment ReportsPlans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)NIST SP 800-37DoD Instruction 8510.01 (RMF)Azure Government (IL5/IL6)FedRAMP HighDISA Provisional AuthorizationsDevSecOps Accreditation Pathways

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationCollaboration SkillsTechnical DocumentationBriefing and Reporting

Tools & Technologies

EMASSAzureDoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCAPCGRCDoD Secret ClearanceDoD Top Secret Clearance (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityAccreditationRisk Management Framework (RMF)Joint StaffCombatant CommandArmy/Navy Cyber Accreditation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Eliminate accreditation bottlenecks for the Joint Staff J7 JTSD
Own the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) lifecycle
Maintain audit-ready accreditation packages in eMASS
Achieve and maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for JWCC Azure environments
Manage end-to-end RMF package execution (Steps 1–6) in eMASS for systems migrating to Azure Government (IL5/IL6)
Author System Security Plans (SSPs), Continuous Monitoring Plans, Security Assessment Reports, and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
Assess and validate NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls, DISA Cloud Computing SRG requirements, and applicable STIG baselines
Liaise with Primary Government Project Leads, Division ISSMs, and Security Control Assessor representatives to defend security packages
Translate DoD Zero Trust mandate requirements into verifiable security controls within the RMF boundary
Travel 0–10%

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship
Active DoW Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field
7+ years of dedicated DoD cybersecurity and accreditation experience
Extensive hands-on experience authoring and managing packages in 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, such as CISSP, CISM, or CAP/CGRC
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Preferred: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Preferred: Experience developing RMF authorization packages for Azure Government (IL5) or Azure Secret (IL6), leveraging FedRAMP High and DISA Provisional Authorizations
Preferred: Familiarity with DevSecOps accreditation pathways, automated compliance evidence generation, and DoD Continuous ATO concepts
Preferred: Experience translating DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture requirements into eMASS control implementation statements
Preferred: Experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Command, or Army/Navy cyber accreditation workflows
Preferred: Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check
Ability to work M–F, 8–5

Benefits

Comp & perks

ESOP participation
401(k) match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Health Saving Accounts
Health Reimbursement Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Paid time off
Holidays
Hybrid / flexible on-site work arrangement
0–10% travel
Comprehensive background check required for employment
Reasonable accommodation available for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans