Senior Security Controls Assessor II

GRS, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GRS, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Security Controls Assessor (SCA) to conduct comprehensive assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls for sensitive information systems.

The role covers collateral, SCI, and SAP activities within the customer’s scope. Key duties include RMF/JAFAN-based IS assessments, advising on authorization issues, reviewing assessment plans, and producing Security Assessment Reports with corrective action plans.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with current security policy manuals and guidelines.
• Ability to interact with multiple DoD, military, civilian personnel and partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Willingness to travel within AOR; extensive travel possible.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy, focusing on SAP integration.
• Assess ISs based on RMF or JAFAN 6/3 processes.
• Advise Government on assessment, authorization, methodologies, and processes.
• Evaluate authorization packages and provide recommendations to AO/DAO.
• Assess threats and vulnerabilities and determine required safeguards.
• Advise on impact levels for confidentiality, integrity and availability.
• Review and approve IS Security Assessment Plan components (SSP, SCTM, SCAP).
• Ensure security assessments are completed for each IS and prepare SAR with findings.
• Initiate POA&Ms with weaknesses and suspense dates.
• Provide written recommendations for security authorization to Government.
• Develop authorization recommendations and submit security packages.
• Assess changes to ISs that could affect authorization.
• Ensure procedures for clearing, purging, declassifying, and releasing IS data.
• Assist Government in compliance inspections and security incidents.

Skills

Policy familiarity

DoD liaison

MS Office

Communication

Travel readiness

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP

Collateral IS

Job description

GRS, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Security Controls Assessor (SCA) to conduct comprehensive assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls for sensitive information systems.

The role covers collateral, SCI, and SAP activities within the customer’s scope. Key duties include RMF/JAFAN-based IS assessments, advising on authorization issues, reviewing assessment plans, and producing Security Assessment Reports with corrective action plans.