Security Control Assessor (SCA) I

The Amatriot Group; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amatriot Group in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Security Specialist to join a Special Access Program (SAP) security program. You will assess IS security controls and RMF requirements to ensure effective safeguards for sensitive information and systems.

As part of the role, you will advise key stakeholders, prepare SARs/POA&Ms, and support authorization decisions across collateral, SCI, and SAP environments.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years related experience.
• 3+ years in SAP/SCI/Collateral Information Systems security and regulatory implementation.
• Prior performance in ISSO/ISSM or SCA role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assessment of IS security controls to ensure effectiveness.
• Assess SAP, SCI, and SAP environment vulnerabilities and recommend actions.
• Advise ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO/AO on assessment and authorization issues.
• Evaluate Authorization packages and provide recommendations.
• Prepare SARs and POA&Ms per RMF/JSIG guidance.
• Represent the customer on inspection teams.
• Support government compliance inspections and security incident responses.

Skills

5-7 years related experience

SAP/SCI Security

ISSO/ISSM/SCA experience

IAT Level 3 or IAM Level 1

Education

IAT Level 3 or IAM Level 1

Job description

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI (Must be able to obtain a CI Poly)

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $159,000 - $160,000

Position Overview Special Access Program (SAP)

Key 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 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

Qualifications:

• MANDATORY: 5-7 years related experience
• 3+ years experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems (S) security and implementation of regulations identified in the description of duties
• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM or SCA

Certifications:

• IAT Level 3 or IAM Level 1

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Experience