SCA II - Security Control Assessor

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid leave

401k plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC seeks an experienced Security Control Assessor II to lead comprehensive security control assessments across Collateral, SCI, and SAP environments. You will apply RMF methodologies and JSIG guidance to evaluate control effectiveness and support authorization processes.

The role requires 7–9 years in security programs, DoD experience, and TS/SCI clearance. Travel and on-site work may be involved to support government engagements.

Qualifications

• 7-9 years related experience in security programs.
• 4+ years in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems security.
• Past ISSO/ISSM or SCA roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IS security program policy development and evaluation.
• Assess ISs using RMF per JSIG guidance.
• Advise ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO on assessment issues.
• Evaluate authorization packages for AO/DAO.
• Identify threats and determine additional safeguards.

Skills

Security assessment

RMF / JSIG

Policy evaluation

IS compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

Associate’s + 2 years experience

Tools

RMF tooling

Security assessment reports

Job description

Come make your mark with Watermark!

FOUNDED BY USAF VETERANS

in 2007, we are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS

specializing in security and risk management. We’re intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements.

OUR CORE VALUES

drive every action we take as a company. We strive to exhibit PERSPECTIVE, PASSION, COMMUNICATION, INTEGRITY AND ETHICS, and BALANCE in all we do.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE

to address our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. This includes 100% employer- paid medical insurance, ample paid leave, a free employee assistance program, and a competitive 401k savings plan. At Watermark, our people come first!

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.

In this role you will…

• 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 duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

• 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 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience 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 II within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• 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

Watermark provides salary ranges with job postings in states where it is legally required; any other salary ranges associated with our postings are third party estimates and may not be an accurate reflection of Watermark’s total compensation package. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hourly rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor Categories. Central to Watermark’s employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.

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.