Security Control Assessor (SCA) I

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks an experienced Security Control Assessor to evaluate management, operational, and technical security controls within IS environments.

The role requires conducting RMF-based assessments and advising on authorization packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of related experience in IS security and RMF.
• US Citizenship required for access to TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Cover SCI, SAP, and collateral information systems security activities within the customer’s area of responsibility.
• Oversee IS security program policy development and evaluation in line with RMF and JSIG guidance.
• Assess ISs using RMF/JSIG methodology and provide risk-based recommendations to the AO/DAO.

Skills

Information Security

Information Systems

Risk Mitigation Strategies

System Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

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

Job Qualifications

• Skills: Information Security, Information Systems, Risk Mitigation Strategies, System Security
• Experience: 5 + years of related experience
• US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

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

• Cover Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities within the customer’s area of responsibility.
• 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.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs.
• Experience: 5+ years related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) 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.

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

• IAT Level 3 (CISSP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.) or IAM Level 1 - within 6 month of hire.

Security Clearance

TS/SCI Must be willing to submit to a CI polygraph.

Salary Range

The likely salary range for this position is $129,813 - $158,815. 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 & Travel

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: 10-25%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite
• Onsite Work Location: USA CO Colorado Springs
• Additional Work Locations: (none listed)

Total Rewards at GDIT

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.

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