Security Control Assessor (IA Specialist)

CACI; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Security Control Assessor in Alexandria, VA. You'll manage Risk Management Framework activities and support security assessments for the US Coast Guard. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for growth, with a focus on national security.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Wellness programs

Retirement support

Education support

Qualifications

• US Citizenship and DOD Secret clearance required.
• Experience with Security Authorization Packages documentation.
• CSSP-AU certification within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored documentation to support USCG security authorization.
• Manage Information Assurance activities and RMF implementation.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plan and Security Assessment Report.

Skills

Understanding of NIST RMF implementation guidance

Knowledge of Federal Civilian or DHS Security Assessment and Authorization processes

Ability to support Privacy Compliance Activities

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Tools

NIST SP 800 series

eMASS

Job description

Security Control Assessor (IA Specialist)

Security Control Assessor (IA Specialist)Job Category: SecurityTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for a role that will impact protecting our Homeland Security? Do you thrive in Risk Management Framework? If yes, please keep reading!

As the Security Control Assessor, you will be a member of a team in our Service Assurance organization responsible for managing all Risk Management Framework activities for implemented CDM technologies. You’ll also work in a dynamic environment with other Information Assurance professionals using the latest technologies.

Onsite position at Alexandria, VA for all 5 days!

Responsibilities:

• Provide the United States Coast Guard (USCG) with tailored documentation to support their security authorization.
• Support Security Test and Evaluation/Security Assessment activities.
• Support USCG system accreditation and Ongoing Assessment and Ongoing Authorization processes and activities to ensure the implementation of NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
• Manage all Information Assurance activities, enable the ongoing assessment and ongoing authorization of CDM solution utilizing Risk Management Framework (RMF), and automated Security Assessment and Authorization tools.
• Implement Risk Management Framework policy and application across the CDM program.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plan, Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plans of Action and Milestones and other security documentation.
• Responsible for assessing and developing authorization packages for technical solutions that may require collaboration with internal expertise and deep analysis of the technical solution.
• Understand and support Privacy Compliance Activities including the development of Privacy Impact Analysis (PIA), Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA), and Statement of Record Notices (SORN).

Qualifications:

Required:

• US Citizenship and DOD Secret or higher clearance.
• Understanding of NIST RMF implementation guidance.
• Knowledge of Federal Civilian or DHS Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) processes.
• Understanding of NIST Security Controls and Control Implementation methodologies.
• Experience with Security Authorization (SA) Packages documentation.
• Ability to support Privacy Compliance Activities (PIA, PTA, SORN).
• CSSP-AU certification within 60 days of employment.
• At least one DOD 8750 IAT II certification: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP.
• Familiarity with DoD 8500, DoD 8510, DHS 4300 A and B, NIST SP 800 series, eMASS, and related tools and frameworks.

Desired:

• Understanding of SDLC and DHS Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) related to SA&A.
• Relevant DOD, DHS, or .gov Cybersecurity experience with hands-on A&A documentation.
• Typically a BA/BS degree or equivalent with 5+ years related experience.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we prioritize character and innovation. Join a high-performing team dedicated to national security.

An environment of trust.

We value contributions from all employees, offering flexibility and learning resources to support your growth.

A focus on continuous growth.

Advance critical missions, build your career, and leave a legacy with us.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: The salary depends on factors like location, experience, and certifications. The range is $78,700 - $165,300. We offer comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, retirement, and education support. Learn more here.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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