Security Controls Assessor (SCA)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Patterson (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Security Control Assessor (SCA) to join the NGAD team at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. The SCA will conduct comprehensive RMF/JSIG-based assessments, evaluate threats, and prepare SARs/POA&Ms to support security authorizations.

The ideal candidate will have a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, SAP experience, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Responsibilities include advising ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO and ensuring SDLC compliance across IS

Qualifications

• Experience with RMF-based assessments and JSIG guidance.
• Experience advising ISO/IDO/PSO/DAO/AO on assessment and authorization issues.
• Ability to evaluate authorization packages and security controls across IS environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight of IS security program policy and integration of SAP network infrastructure.
• Assess ISs using RMF and JSIG.
• Advise Government personnel on assessment issues and risk posture.
• Evaluate authorization packages and provide recommendations for AO/DAO.
• Determine threats and vulnerabilities and recommend safeguards.
• Ensure SAR documentation and POA&M are prepared for authorization.
• Review sanitization and clearing procedures per policy.
• Assist Government with security incidents and SDLC coverage.
• Evaluate hardware/software security impact on authorization boundaries.

Skills

RMF

JSIG

Policy oversight

SAR preparation

POA&M management

IS security

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

MTSI is seeking a Security Control Assessor (SCA) to join the NGAD team at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio

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.

Security Control Assessor (SCA) Role & Responsibilities

• 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 organizations 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

Required Experience

• 7 years related experience required; 9 years' highly desired.
• Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or ISSO
• 1 year SAP Experience required (Clearly place number of SAP experience years at the beginning of the resume)
• 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
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Required Security Clearance

• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Prior experience for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Required Certifications

Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoDM 8140.03 work role 622 (Security Control Accessor) requirements.

Please Note:

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position, due to contract requirements.