Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation.

• Provide expert-level advisory for the implementation of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive System Security Plans (SSP) and security control traceabilities.
• Technical implementation and management of security assessment artifacts within the eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service) system.
• Conduct internal technical security assessments to ensure readiness for formal third-party assessment (3PAO) audits.
• Analyze technical system configurations to ensure adherence to NIST 800-53 Moderate/High controls and DISA STIGs.
• Serve as the primary technical advisor during the federal Authority to Operate (ATO) lifecycle for agency systems.
• Manage the technical implementation of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for remediating security gaps.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity and federal compliance.
• 7+ years of deep expertise in the NIST RMF and the eMASS system.
• Recognized authority in federal IT compliance and security authorization.

Preferred Certifications

• Federal & Security: CISSP (required) and Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) or CISA.
• Domain-Specific: AWS/Azure Security certifications.
• Architecture/Management: CISM or GSLC.

Technical Skills

• Compliance Systems: eMASS, Xacta, ServiceNow GRC.
• Technical Assessment Tools: Tenable/ACAS, STIG Viewer, SCAP Compliance Checker.
• Documentation: SSP, SAR, RAR, POA&M development.
• Standards: NIST 800-53, 800-37, 800-171, FIPS 199.

Regulatory & Domain Expertise

• Demonstrated expertise in applying FedRAMP Moderate/High baselines and DoD RMF requirements.
• Technical implementation of FISMA High compliance for enterprise federal systems.
• Experience with Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) and continuous monitoring programs.

Clearance Requirement

• Active security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) or eligibility to obtain one.

 

About Acuity

At Acuity, your work matters—and so does your experience. We’re a management and technology consulting firm supporting critical federal missions, where you’ll have the opportunity to solve meaningful challenges, work alongside high-performing teams, and make a real impact from day one.

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

 

Grow Your Career, Your Way
We invest in you with personalized development plans, mentorship, and up to $3,000 annually for training and certifications and up to $3,000 for degree seeking programs—so you can keep building the career you want.

 

Be Part of Something Innovative
You’ll work on cutting-edge solutions that support important government missions, in an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement.

 

Thrive in a People-First Culture
Collaboration, respect, and support aren’t just values—they’re how we operate. Your voice is heard, your contributions are recognized, and your success is shared.

 

Feel Valued and Rewarded
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance so you can perform at your best—at work and at home.

 

Join an Award-Winning Team
Our employees consistently rank us among the best—earning honors like Best Places to Work (Washington Business Journal, 9+ years) and Top Workplaces (The Washington Post, 2022–2025).

 

Bring Your Whole Self to Work
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

 

Make Your Impact

Join Acuity and be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work drives meaningful outcomes.

Learn more: www.myacuity.com

 

Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

Recruiting Scams and Fraud

Acuity Inc. has been made aware of fraudulent job postings and individuals impersonating company recruiters. These scams may include fake job offers, requests for sensitive personal information, or demands for payment.

 

Please note:

• Acuity never asks candidates to pay for job applications, equipment, or training.
• All official communications will come from an @myacuity.com email address.
• If you are unsure about a job posting or recruiter, please verify the opportunity on our Careers page.

If you believe you have been targeted by a scam or have concerns about the authenticity of a job listing claiming to represent Acuity Inc., please contact us at careers@myacuity.com. Protecting your security and trust is important to us.