11-009 – Security Control Assessor II

Sandy Mac Evolution; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandy Mac Evolution in Crystal City, VA seeks a Security Control Assessor II to lead comprehensive assessments of security controls for collateral, SCI, and SAP environments. You will evaluate RMF-based implementations, advise key stakeholders, and drive authorization actions to improve overall security posture.

The role requires 7–9 years of related experience, DoD IA training, and a strong background in SIEM, RMF, and JSIG practices.

Qualifications

• 7-9 years related experience
• 4+ years experience in SAP, SCI, or collateral information systems security
• DoD 8570.01-M IA requirement within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy
• Assess ISs using RMF per JSIG guidance
• Advise ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO on assessment issues
• Evaluate authorization packages and provide recommendations to AO/DAO
• Assess threats and vulnerabilities and propose safeguards
• Advise on impact levels for CIA of information systems
• Prepare SAR and POA&Ms for authorization boundaries
• Review sanitation/clearing procedures per government policy
• Assist in government inspections and incident response
• Ensure SDLC phases are followed and security is integrated

Skills

RMF methodology

JSIG guidance

risk assessment

security program policy

ISSO/ISSM experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Job description

11-009 – Security Control Assessor (SCA) II

Location: Crystal City, VA

Salary: $168,932.71

Billet Number: JUSTIFIED-0055

Skill Level: 2

Current Vacancy-Specific Requirements

MANDATORY: 7-9 years related experience; 4+ years experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems (S) security and implementation of regulations identified in the description of duties; Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM or SCA; TRAINING: IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT Level III)

Position Description

The SCA 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 (i.e., the extent to which the controls are implemented correctly, operating as intended, and producing the desired outcome with respect to meeting the security requirements for the system). SCAs also provide an assessment of the severity of weaknesses or deficiencies discovered in the IS and its environment of operation and recommend corrective actions to address identified vulnerabilities. Responsibilities will cover Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities within the customer’s area of responsibility.

Performance shall include:

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration of existing SAP network infrastructure
• Perform assessment of ISs, based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology in accordance with the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG)
• 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, based on findings and recommendations from the SAR
• 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.
• Review and concur with all sanitization and clearing procedures in accordance with Government guidance and/or policy
• Assist the Government compliance inspections
• Assist the Government with security incidents that relate to cybersecurity and ensure that the proper and corrective measures have been taken
• Ensure organization are addressing and conducting all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC)
• Evaluate Hardware and Software to determine security impact that it might have on Authorization boundaries
• Evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of Continuous Monitoring Plans
• Represent the customer on inspection teams

Experience:

• 7 - 9 years related experience
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in SAP, SCI or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security and the implementation of regulations identified in the description of duties.
• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM or SCA

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level III or Information Assurance Manager Level II within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance:

• Current clearance as defined in the Task Order

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs

Top Secret/Special Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)

• Individuals must possess current Top Secret/Special Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility with an in scope BI, or enrollment into Continuous Evaluation, or an in scope open PR. Depending on the position, additional security screening may also be required (e.g., polygraph examination, etc.).