Senior Security Control Assessor — DoD RMF Expert

Chenega Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega MIOS is seeking a Senior Security Control Assessor to support DoD missions in Arlington, VA. You will guide risk assessments, develop SAP/SA&A artifacts, and help shape continuous monitoring programs for information systems.

The role requires TS clearance with SCI eligibility, hands-on RMF/SA&I expertise, and experience with cloud security authorizations in FedRAMP, AWS, and Azure. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with RMF 800-37 and continuous monitoring 800-137.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-series guidelines and SA&A requirements.
• Experience supporting cloud-based security authorizations (FedRAMP/AWS/Azure).

Responsibilities

• Advise the A&A Manager on impact levels for confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Conduct SAP for each package assessment and ensure timely completion.
• Initiate POA&M with weaknesses and suspense dates.
• Evaluate SAR and provide written recommendations for security authorization.
• Develop a monitoring strategy conforming to DoD guidelines.
• Document risk levels and aggregate system risk in SAR.

Skills

RMF knowledge

Continuous Monitoring

FISMA/NIST

POA&M management

Risk assessment

Security docs (SSP/SAR/SAP)

Cloud security (FedRamp/AWS/Azure)

Vulnerability scanners

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 2+ years

High school diploma/GED + 4+ years

Tools

Vulnerability scanners

SA&A tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chenega MIOS is seeking a Senior Security Control Assessor to support DoD missions in Arlington, VA. You will guide risk assessments, develop SAP/SA&A artifacts, and help shape continuous monitoring programs for information systems.

The role requires TS clearance with SCI eligibility, hands-on RMF/SA&I expertise, and experience with cloud security authorizations in FedRAMP, AWS, and Azure. Strong communication and leadership are essential.