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GRC Security Architect Advisor, Federal
GRC Security Architect Advisor, Federal-November 2024
McLean
Nov 17, 2025
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About GRC Security Architect Advisor, Federal

  Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

  Are you looking to combine your passion for technology with your penchant for strategic problem solving? Appian Customer success is obsessed with great customer outcomes. We deliver mission-critical business impact fast, and are directly responsible for partnering with our customers to bring their best ideas to life. Joining the Customer Success team will provide you with the support and growth you need to strengthen and evolve your skills within the consulting field.

  Appian's Customer Success organization works closely with our federal customers, advising and supporting them on how to architect and secure Appian based-solutions. To support this goal, Appian Customer Success, is looking for a Governance Risk & Compliance Security Analyst, Senior Advisor to help our federal customers establish the strategy and overarching designs for their private cloud and on-premise implementations, and to guide them through the government's IT security authorization process.

  The security analyst will have experience with architecting cloud base hosting solutions for DoD and/or IC customers, using Amazon Web Services and/or Microsoft Azure. Additionally, the candidate will have the experience needed to guide the customer through the design of a government provided end-to-end managed services, including solutioning core operational and governance processes. The candidate will possess a deep understanding of NIST's Risk Management Framework (RMF), providing the government guidance across all RMF processes and support the development of System Security Packages (SSP).

  To be successful in this role, you need: The Governance, Risk, & Compliance (GRC) Senior Analyst involves performing comprehensive risk and control assessments to identify, assess, treat, and monitor cybersecurity risks for customers using Appian. Lead the development of documentation (e.g. SSPs and ICDs) and evidence in support of security controls review Leading the RMF implementation of ATO FedRAMP authorization services enabling customers to achieve authorization on Appian. Maintain expertise of relevant federal government cloud security regulations, directives and industry trends, including FedRAMP, Zero-Trust, 800-53, DoD and NIST/FISMA requirements, and serve as Appian's resident expert on IL4-6 and FedRAMP High requirements. Identify, define and document system security requirements, diagrams, and recommend solutions Review results of CVE scans and penetration test results and identify POA&Ms Basic qualifications: Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline, Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Technology, or similar work Experience with the FISMA RMF processes including Impact Level 4 to 6 requirements, FedRAMP and DoD CSO Current or ability to immediately achieve a Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) or equivalent CISSP, SSCP, CCSP, CAP, CSSLP or HCISPP certification An Active Government Clearance (Secret and above) is required for this opening Ability and interest to maintain an Active TS:SCI Clearance (CI or FLS), with the ability and willingness to perform work within cleared facilities (SCIF work is required)

  Tools and Resource Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities. Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led . These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company. About Appian

  Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations-resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit . [Nasdaq: APPN]

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  Appian Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further, Appian will not discriminate against applicants for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-worker, . Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with all applicable laws .

  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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