Security Control Assessor (SCA) II

General Dynamics - IT; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness

Internal mobility and career growth

Paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology exposure

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking an experienced Security Control Assessor (SCA) to conduct comprehensive assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls for ISs, including SAP, SCI, and collateral environments. You will represent the Approving Official and coordinate with ISSO/ISSM while evaluating risks and recommending corrective actions.

The role requires 7+ years of related experience, a TS/SCI clearance, and a willingness to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph.

Qualifications

• Experience with RMF/JSIG and IS security program policy
• Strong understanding of security controls assessment and authorization processes

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy with emphasis on SAP network infrastructure
• Assess ISs using RMF/JSIG guidance and provide written recommendations to AO/DAO for authorization
• Advise ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO/AO on assessment and authorization issues and action plans
• Evaluate security packages, threats, and vulnerabilities; prepare SAR for authorization boundary
• Initiate POA&Ms for weaknesses and coordinate with government for authorization
• Contribute to inspections and security incident responses; support SDLC security
• Review sanitization/clearing procedures per government guidance
• Represent customer on inspection teams

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). The SCA must represent the concerns of the Approving Official (AO) and be independent from the ISSO/ISSM. 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 SAREvaluate 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

Experience: 7+ years related experienceMinimum 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: 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 III or IAM Level II - within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance: TS/SCI clearance

Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other Requirements: Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holiday

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