cFocus Software Incorporated · 1 day ago
HHS - A&A Subject Matter Expert (SME)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expcFocus Software seeks an A&A Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our program supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The role involves providing expert guidance on authorization processes and ensuring compliance with federal policies.
ChatbotGovernmentInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the enterprise SME for Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) and ongoing authorization activities
Oversee and coordinate ATO packages across HRSA to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance
Provide expert guidance on NIST SP 800-37 Rev. 2, FISMA, OMB A-130, and HHS authorization policies
Review and validate SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, Continuous Monitoring Plans, and Risk-Based Decisions (RBDs)
Ensure annual authorization packages and continuous monitoring deliverables meet HRSA timelines
Support Authorizing Officials (AOs) and senior leadership during authorization decision-making
Develop and maintain A&A guidance, SOPs, templates, and standard operating procedures
Coordinate with ISSOs, SCAs, GRC staff, and system owners to resolve authorization issues
Support enterprise-level ATO tracking, dashboards, and reporting metrics
Prepare executive briefings and reports on authorization posture, trends, and risks
Support audits, OIG reviews, and external data calls related to system authorizations
Identify opportunities to streamline authorization processes and improve quality through automation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
Minimum 8–10 years of experience supporting federal RMF and A&A programs
Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, and FISMA
Extensive experience reviewing and approving ATO and ongoing authorization packages
Hands-on experience with eGRC platforms (e.g., RSA Archer)
Experience briefing senior executives and Authorizing Officials
Strong written, analytical, and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Preferred
Active CAP, CISSP, or CISM
Company
cFocus Software Incorporated
cFocus Software automates FedRAMP compliance and develops government chatbots for the Azure Government Cloud, Office 365, and SharePoint.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Manisha Griesinger, MPH, MSc
Program Manager | U.S. EPA Office of the Chief Financial Officer
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