[Hiring] Government Compliance Manager @Workstreet

Role Description

We are seeking a Government Compliance Manager who is highly motivated, delivery-focused, and brings deep expertise in NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP (Moderate and High), GovRAMP, and the emerging FedRAMP 20x initiative. The ideal candidate has a proven track record leading federal compliance engagements, managing client relationships, and driving teams toward authorization milestones in a fast-paced consulting environment.

This role is focused on guiding clients through federal cloud and state-level compliance frameworks, leading SaaS providers and government-adjacent organizations through the full FedRAMP and GovRAMP authorization lifecycle—including readiness assessment, authorization support, and continuous monitoring.

The Manager will also serve as a subject matter expert on NIST SP 800-53 control implementation and the evolving FedRAMP 20x automation-first authorization model. The successful candidate will own client relationships, lead delivery teams, and position Workstreet at the forefront of next-generation federal compliance consulting.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements concurrently.
• 2+ years of experience directly managing or mentoring GRC engineers or compliance consultants.
• 5+ years of experience in GRC consulting or federal compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex federal compliance engagements.
• Proven experience leading and quality-reviewing SSPs, POA&Ms, CISOs, SARs, and other FedRAMP/GovRAMP authorization artifacts.
• Strong working knowledge of federal cloud environments and shared responsibility models.
• Experience working with SaaS providers, cloud service providers, or technology organizations seeking federal or state government authorization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, consulting, or startup environment.

Requirements

• Lead NIST SP 800-53 Control Implementation.
• Own and Review FedRAMP/GovRAMP Authorization Documentation.
• Lead FedRAMP and GovRAMP Readiness Assessments.
• Manage Authorization and Assessment Coordination.
• Boundary Definition & System Scoping.
• Oversee Continuous Monitoring Programs.
• Drive FedRAMP 20x Readiness and Positioning.
• Manage Client Relationships and Engagement Delivery.
• Support Business Development and Solutioning.
• Lead, Coach, and Develop GRC Engineers.

Benefits

• Career Development: Clear path with mentorship and training opportunities.
• Competitive Compensation: A competitive base salary with regular performance reviews linked to merit-based appraisals and bonus opportunities.
• Growth Opportunity: Early-stage company with significant room for career advancement.
• Remote-First Culture: Flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global team.

Work Environment Requirements

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Quiet, professional home office setup.
• Must be amenable to work US Eastern Time zone hours.
• Fluency in written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice To Have

• Hands-on experience supporting Agency ATOs and/or FedRAMP PMO interactions.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP 20x concepts, including OSCAL-based SSPs.
• CISSP, CISM, or Security+ certification.
• Experience with GovRAMP programs.
• Experience with GRC or automation platforms used in FedRAMP engagements.
• Prior experience directly working with 3PAOs throughout the assessment lifecycle.