Credentialing Specialist (Government)

TL;DR

Credentialing Specialist (Government): Execution of credentialing processes for state and federal programs with an accent on compliance, security clearances, and audit-readiness. Focus on designing standardized SOPs, managing the end-to-end credentialing lifecycle, and resolving high-risk verification issues in regulated environments.

Location: Remote within specific US states (AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TX, TN, UT, VA, WA, WI). Must be based in the contiguous United States.

Salary: $86,400 - $97,200 USD

Company

hirify.global is a consultancy and public benefit corporation helping government agencies modernize technology services using human-centered design and modern engineering best practices.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary SME and internal escalation point for credentialing across state and federal contracts.
• Execute end-to-end credentialing workflows within government systems and portals, from onboarding to offboarding.
• Design, standardize, and continuously improve credentialing SOPs to ensure efficiency and audit-readiness.
• Coordinate with security officers and government clients to facilitate clearance initiation and access provisioning for cleared personnel.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and monitor adherence to contractual SLAs and government standards.
• Lead credentialing strategy for new contract stand-ups, including requirements gathering and implementation.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
• 5+ years of hands-on credentialing experience in state and/or federal government contracting environments.
• Legal authorization to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Residency in one of the specified US states.
• Proven experience developing SOPs and supporting audits in contract-driven environments.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms and credentialing systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health coverage.
• Remote-first environment with home office setup assistance and monthly utility reimbursement.
• 401(k) matching (4%) and performance-based annual bonuses.
• Generous time off, including 12 paid federal holidays and parental leave.
• Professional development via LinkedIn Learning and annual allowances for courses and certifications.
• Collaborative, supportive culture focused on impactful work for the public good.