Remote Security Accreditations Program Manager

Summary

Join Second Front Systems as a motivated Security Accreditations Program Manager to support the team in leading internal enablement for accreditation processes, collaborating with security and compliance teams, and ensuring timely completion of security accreditation requirements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity program management
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, principles, standards, tools, and best practices, including vulnerability management, FedRAMP, NIST, SIEM, SOC, etc
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, identify key insights, and define clear requirements in dynamic or evolving environments
• A self-starter with a proactive mindset who isn't afraid to take initiative and suggest improvements
• Experience with program management tooling and familiar with frameworks and methodologies such as lean, JTBD, agile, and various prioritization techniques
• Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders; working closely with engineers to develop technical solutions and translating complex technical information into clear business terms for stakeholders
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment
• Intimacy driving projects from inception to execution in an ambiguous environment with a lean and incremental approach

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Product Compliance team to develop and manage strategic pathways for acquiring and maintaining DoD and Federal Civilian authorizations (e.g., FedRAMP, DISA ATO, NIST)
• Collaborate with engineering, security, sales, customer experience, and marketing teams to align on requirements for authorization pathways
• Act as the main point of contact between internal teams, government agencies, and third-party assessors throughout the authorization lifecycle
• Manage program timelines, track progress against milestones, and ensure timely submission of all required documentation and deliverables
• Coordinate and provide ongoing training and guidance to internal teams on compliance requirements and updates on changing regulations
• Collaborate with the Product Compliance team to oversee the implementation of security controls and compliance initiatives to meet specific regulatory frameworks such as FedRAMP, and DoD RMF
• Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation for all stages of the authorization process, including system security plans (SSP), Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M), and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with achieving and maintaining compliance certifications and authorizations
• Stay up to date with changes in DoD and Federal Civilian authorization requirements and implement continuous improvements in processes and documentation to maintain compliance
• Facilitate internal audits, as well as coordinate and prepare teams for external audits conducted by third-party assessors or government bodies. Facilitate audits and coordinate as necessary

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage
• 401(k) + 3% company contribution
• Wellness perks (Fitness classes, mental health resources)
• Equity incentive plan
• Tech + office supplies stipend
• Annual professional development stipend
• Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off
• Parental leave
• Work from anywhere