Security Control Assessor II

General Dynamics Information Technology; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology in Bedford, MA seeks an experienced SCA to conduct comprehensive security control assessments under RMF/JSIG for Collateral, SCI, and SAP environments. The role requires 7+ years of related experience and US citizenship.

Responsibilities include evaluating controls, preparing SARs, advising the ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO, and coordinating security authorization with Government authorities. 40-hour weeks with 10–25% travel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience.
• US Citizenship Required.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in SAP, SCI or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security and the implementation of regulations identified in the description of duties.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessment of management, operational, and technical security controls within or inherited by an IS to determine effectiveness.
• Assess severity of weaknesses or deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Cover Collateral, SCI and SAP activities within the customer’s area of responsibility.
• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy; emphasize integration of SAP network infrastructure.
• Assess ISs using RMF methodology per JSIG guidance and advise ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO/AO on issues.
• Evaluate Authorization packages and make recommendations for authorization.
• Determine if additional safeguards are needed based on IS threats and vulnerabilities.
• Advise Government on impact levels for CIA of information on a system.
• Prepare Security Assessment Report (SAR) for the Authorization boundary.
• Initiate POA&Ms for each Authorization Boundary with identified weaknesses.
• Evaluate security assessment documentation and provide recommendations for security authorization.
• Discuss authorization recommendations with AO/DAO and submit packages.

Skills

Computer Security

Information Assurance

Information Security

Information Security Management

Information System Security

Education

Bachelor's/Associate degree

Job description

Job Description

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management

Location: Bedford, MA

Job Qualifications:

• Skills: Computer Security, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security
• Certifications: None
• Experience: 7 + years of related experience
• US Citizenship Required: Yes

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Performance shall include: 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 sanitizations 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.
• Experience: 7+ years related experience.
• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM or SCA.
• 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.

Education and Certifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).
• Certifications: Information Assurance Technician Level III or Information Assurance Manager Level II.

Clearance and Eligibility

Clearance Required to Start: Required TS/SCI. Must be willing to sit for a CI polygraph.

Salary and Benefits

The likely salary range for this position is $142,792 - $181,010. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Work Hours and Travel

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: 10-25%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Locations

• USA MA Bedford
• USA MA Avon
• USA MA Boston
• USA MA Braintree
• USA MA Burlington
• USA MA Cambridge
• USA MA Fort Devens
• USA MA Norwood
• USA MA Peabody
• USA MA Quincy
• USA MA Taunton
• USA MA Waltham
• USA MA Westwood

Benefits

• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About the Company

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