RMF & Security Validator (SCA-R)

Via Logic LLC; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem on travel

Job summary

Leidos seeks multiple SCA-R Validators to assess programs’ security posture and develop reports and recommendations for improvement. Roles are on-site in Alexandria, VA, Fort Meade, MD, or Chambersburg, PA, with travel up to 50% and per diem while traveling.

Qualifications include DoD TS with SCI eligibility, IAM II/IAT II, 8+ years in C&A, and strong RMF/NIST experience. You’ll lead assessments, coordinate with ISSMs/PMOs, and deliver formal authorization packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field; relevant experience considered.
• Active DoD TS with SCI eligibility required.
• 8+ years in cybersecurity or C&A roles, with DoD context.
• Hands-on with STIGs, SRGs, POA&Ms and best practices.
• Strong RMF/NIST risk assessment and control validation experience.
• Experience with SCA-R and relevant assessment tools.
• Excellent customer service and travel readiness.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly updates using government tools and maintain records.
• Coordinate with ISSMs/PMOs to understand mission and changes.
• Conduct RMF/CS assessments and authorization tasks using approved tools.
• Verify boundaries, categorize systems (FIPS199) and track changes.
• Assess threats, vulnerabilities, and residual risk; compile findings.
• Lead assessment visits, briefings, and ensure proper reporting.

Skills

SCA-R experience

RMF knowledge

NIST SP 800-37/53

STIGs/SRG/POA&Ms

Risk analysis

Customer service

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

DoD TS/SCI eligibility

DoD 8570 IAM II / IAT II

Tools

eMASS

STIG Viewer

Nessus

ACAS

SCAP

HBSS

Job description

Leidos seeks multiple SCA-R Validators to assess programs’ security posture and develop reports and recommendations for improvement. Roles are on-site in Alexandria, VA, Fort Meade, MD, or Chambersburg, PA, with travel up to 50% and per diem while traveling.

Qualifications include DoD TS with SCI eligibility, IAM II/IAT II, 8+ years in C&A, and strong RMF/NIST experience. You’ll lead assessments, coordinate with ISSMs/PMOs, and deliver formal authorization packages.