69-003 – Security Control Assessor II

Sandy Mac Evolution; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandy Mac Evolution seeks a Security Control Assessor II to conduct comprehensive security control assessments. You will evaluate RMF-based IS security across collateral, SCI, and SAP environments, and advise key stakeholders on authorization and corrective actions.

Responsibilities include policy oversight, risk evaluation, and ensuring SDLC alignment. TS/SCI eligibility and relevant DoD IAM experience are required, with on-site work at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years related experience, especially in RMF and security controls.
• Prior roles such as System/Network Administrator or ISSO.
• 2+ years SAP experience.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II in lieu of IAT Level II.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy with SAP network integration.
• Assess IS using RMF per JSIG guidance.
• Advise ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO on assessment issues.
• Evaluate Authorization packages and provide recommendations for AO/DAO authorization.
• Recommend additional safeguards for threats and vulnerabilities.

Skills

RMF methodology

Security assessment

JSIG familiarity

Policy guidance liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Job description

Customer ID: 69-003Billet Number: JUSTIFIED-1341Location: Hanscom AFB, MARegion: 5Salary: $168,932.71 (Year 3)Skill Level: 2Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Current Vacancy-Specific Requirements (Maggie Harris, 10/16/2026):

MANDATORY: 5-7 years related experience, especially in developing RMF packages or bodies of evidence; Prior performance in roles such as System/Network Administrator or ISSO; 2+ years SAP experience; TRAINING: DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT Level II)

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.).

Position Description

Security Control Assessor (SCA) II

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

Additional non-conflicting master requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience (4 years); related associate's degree counts as 2 years per master PD.
• Must be able to regularly lift 50 lbs. (master PD).

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