Platform Security – RMF Lead

Red Cell Partners

Platform Security & RMF Lead defining security posture for DoD software at Red Cell Partners. Responsible for RMF lifecycle and collaboration across teams for security standards.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the ATO pathway, including responsibility allocation across government and contractor teams
Author and maintain RMF documentation (SSP, SAP, SCTM, ConMon) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 and NIST 800-53
Coordinate with eMASS and Authorizing Officials on assessment and authorization activities
Lead continuous monitoring and reauthorization efforts across the system lifecycle
Define security requirements for cross-domain data flows (IL-5, IL-6, tactical edge)
Evaluate and guide selection of DoD-approved cross-domain solutions
Ensure classification-aware data segmentation is enforceable, auditable, and aligned with policy (e.g., NOFORN, REL_TO, ORCON)
Review system architecture to ensure compliant handling of classified data flows
Support secure operation across NIPR, SIPR, and higher classification environments
Define authorization approaches (inheritance vs. standalone ATOs) across enclaves
Maintain alignment with evolving joint and service-level security requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of information assurance or security engineering experience with increasing seniority
5+ years of hands-on ownership of RMF / ATO packages for DoD production systems, including at least one full authorization cycle (categorization → controls → implementation → assessment → authorization → ConMon)
Deep familiarity with DoD security frameworks, RMF processes, and NIST 800-53 controls
Proven ability to operate in complex, multi-enclave or classified environment
US Citizenship Required
Active Secret Clearance
Willing to travel up to 25% for business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fully remote, results-based environment
Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package
100% employer paid, comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
Unlimited PTO, with your manager’s approval
Flexible work environment where you manage your work day
14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

ATO pathwayRMF documentationNIST 800-53cross-domain data flowsDoD-approved cross-domain solutionsclassification-aware data segmentationsystem architecture reviewsecure operationauthorization approachescontinuous monitoring

Soft Skills

leadershipcoordinationevaluationguidancecommunicationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsadaptabilitycollaborationattention to detail

Certifications

Active Secret Clearance