Description
The Security Control Assessor (SCA) II is responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited by an IS to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls.
Responsibilities include:
- Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy;
- Perform assessment of ISs, based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology;
- Advise the Information System Owner (ISO), Information Data Owner (IDO), Program Security Officer (PSO), and the Delegated and/or Authorizing Official (DAO/AO) on any assessment and authorization issues;
- Evaluate Authorization packages and make recommendation to the AO and/or DAO for authorization;
- Evaluate IS threats and vulnerabilities to determine whether additional safeguards are required;
- Advise the Government concerning the impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for the information on a system;
- Ensure security assessments are completed and results documented and prepare the Security Assessment Report (SAR) for the Authorization boundary;
- Initiate a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with identified weaknesses for each Authorization Boundaries assessed;
- Evaluate security assessment documentation and provide written recommendations for security authorization to the Government;
- Discuss recommendation for authorization and submit the security authorization package to the AO/DAO;
- Assess proposed changes to Authorization boundaries operating environment and mission needs to determine the continuation to operate.
Requirements:
- 7+ years related experience;
- Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in SAP, SCI or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security;
- Prior performance in the role of an ISSO and ISSM or SCA;
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years);
- IAT Level III - within 6 months of hire date (CISSP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.);
- TS/SCI required;
- Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.
Benefits:
- 401K with company match;
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages;
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career;
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications;
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from;
- Rest and recharge with additional paid vacation and holidays.