ATO Specialist

Remote

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Federal Government, Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must be US citizens able to work domestically and obtain a low-level security clearance. A Bachelor's degree is required, along with proven experience leading ATO processes for federal systems, preferably within the VA environment. Strong knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and VA security policies is essential, as is expertise in creating and maintaining federal security documentation such as POA&M, SSP, PIA, and SARs. Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementation approaches, excellent communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders, and a detail-oriented approach to managing multiple security initiatives are also necessary.

Responsibilities

The ATO Specialist will guide the program through the entire security authorization process, from planning to continuous monitoring, ensuring compliance with VA and federal standards. This includes preparing and maintaining key security documentation like the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), System Security Plan (SSP), Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), and Security Assessment Reports (SARs). The specialist will collaborate with engineering and program management to generate control documents, track ATO status, and advocate for security best practices, including Zero Trust Architecture, to maintain the security, compliance, and resilience of the Voicebot platform.

Skills

ATO Specialist

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)

Security Documentation

Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)

System Security Plan (SSP)

Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA)

Security Assessment Reports (SARs)

VA security policies

Federal security documentation

Oddball

Digital modernization for federal services

About Oddball

Oddball focuses on modernizing digital services for federal agencies, ensuring that these services are user-friendly and effective for citizens. Their approach involves creating software solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of both the public and the federal workforce. The company employs a team of skilled professionals, including developers and designers, who work collaboratively throughout the entire process, from the initial design phase to the final deployment of the software. Unlike many other digital agencies, Oddball emphasizes a human-centered design approach, which means they prioritize the needs and experiences of users in their solutions. The goal of Oddball is to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of federal services, ultimately improving the experience for citizens and the effectiveness of government operations.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

51-200Employees