DoD Security Controls Assessor - Travel-Heavy Audits

Via Logic LLC; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking multiple Security Control Assessors to support our assessment team. These roles can be based at Alexandria, VA, Fort Meade, MD, or Chambersburg, PA. The positions are primarily on-site, with light telework possible, and travel may be required up to 80%.

You will conduct cybersecurity assessments, evaluate RMF controls, document findings in eMASS, and provide mitigation recommendations. Strong communication and DoD certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Current DoD 8570 IAM II or IAT II certification.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% for assessments.
• Bachelor's degree in IT-related field and five years of cybersecurity or network security experience.
• Three years of experience in a Certification and Authorization/A&A role.
• Experience with STIGs, SRGs, POA&Ms and cybersecurity best practices; familiarity with eMASS, STIG Viewer, Nessus, ACAS, SCAP or HBSS.
• Strong understanding of RMF, NIST SP 800-37, SP 800-53; knowledge of networks, Windows, UNIX, cloud environments; strong writing and verbal reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cybersecurity assessments, audits, and inspections for DoD organizations and partners handling DoD information or connecting to the DoDIN.
• Evaluate systems and Defensive Cyberspace Operations using cyber threat emulation and performance-based testing.
• Adhere to policies and processes for each assessment type.
• Support assessment development and execution to ensure security expertise is applied.
• Coordinate logistics, test plans, and scope with the SCA Team Lead.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and document findings in eMASS.
• Provide risk analysis and mitigation recommendations.
• Validate controls and RMF mappings against DoD policies and guidelines.
• Mentor senior staff and share best practices when needed.

Skills

Security clearance

DoD 8570 IAM II/IAT II

Travel 80%

Network security experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT-related field

Tools

eMASS

STIG Viewer

Nessus

ACAS

SCAP

HBSS

Job description

Leidos is seeking multiple Security Control Assessors to support our assessment team. These roles can be based at Alexandria, VA, Fort Meade, MD, or Chambersburg, PA. The positions are primarily on-site, with light telework possible, and travel may be required up to 80%.

You will conduct cybersecurity assessments, evaluate RMF controls, document findings in eMASS, and provide mitigation recommendations. Strong communication and DoD certifications are required.