SCA I - Security Control Assessor

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

Paid leave

401(k) savings plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A security and risk management firm based in Minnesota is seeking a Security Control Assessor (SCA) I. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing IS security program policies, conducting assessments using the Risk Management Framework, and advising system owners on security matters. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with 5-7 years in related security fields. An active TS/SCI clearance is required. The position offers a robust benefits package including comprehensive medical insurance and more.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of related experience in security management.
• Three years’ experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems Security.
• Prior experience as an ISSO and ISSM.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and evaluation of security program policy.
• Assess Information Systems using RMF methodology.
• Advise system owners on assessment and authorization.
• Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities.
• Prepare Security Assessment Reports.
• Assist Government with compliance inspections.
• Prepare SAR and POA&Ms for assessed boundaries.
• Provide written security authorization recommendations to Government.
• Coordinate authorization discussions and package submissions to AO/DAO.
• Assess changes to authorization boundaries and mission needs.
• Review sanitization and clearing procedures per policy.
• Assist Government with inspections and cybersecurity incident responses.
• Ensure SDLC phases are followed; evaluate hardware/software security impact.
• Assess Continuous Monitoring plans and other duties.

Skills

IS security program oversight

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Assessment and Authorization

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related area

Equivalent experience (4 years)

Tools

RMF tooling

JSIG guidance documents

DoD 8570.01-M compliance

Job description

About Watermark

Watermark was founded by USAF veterans in 2007 and is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. We are subject matter experts in security and risk management with deep experience in DOD security programs and mission requirements.

Our core values include perspective, passion, communication, integrity, ethics, and balance. We offer a competitive benefits package that addresses employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being, including 100% employer‑paid medical insurance, paid leave, an employee assistance program, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Job Title

Security Control Assessor (SCA) I

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of IS security program policy; special emphasis on integration of existing SAP network infrastructure.
• Perform assessment of ISs using 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 assessment and authorization issues.
• Evaluate Authorization packages and make recommendations 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 information on a system.
• Ensure security assessments are completed and results documented; prepare the Security Assessment Report (SAR) for the Authorization boundary.
• Initiate a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for identified weaknesses for each Authorization Boundary 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.
• Review and concur with all sanitization and clearing procedures in accordance with Government guidance and/or policy.
• Assist the Government with compliance inspections.
• Assist the Government with security incidents that relate to cybersecurity and ensure proper corrective measures have been taken.
• Ensure organization addresses and conducts all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC).
• Evaluate Hardware and Software to determine security impact on Authorization boundaries.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of Continuous Monitoring Plans.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• 5-7 years of related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security and implementation of regulations identified in the duties.
• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM.

Education Requirements

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

Certification Requirements

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

Security Clearance Requirements

• Active/current TS/SCI.
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information.
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time.
• Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings.
• Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• All Level I & Level II positions – candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
• All Level III positions – candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience.

Benefits

We offer a robust benefits package and well‑being program in addition to annual base compensation.

Equal Opportunity

Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Vaccine Mandate

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is a federal contractor and is therefore subject to any federal vaccine mandates or other customer vaccination requirements.