Sr SCA

Disruptive Solutions, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Disruptive Solutions, LLC is seeking a seasoned security professional to support federal security assessment and authorization programs. You will assist with framework development, perform vulnerability assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.

The role includes vendor risk activities, POAM management, asset inventory, and training/awareness support across federal environments with a strong focus on AWS-based solutions.

Qualifications

• Understanding of NIST RMF and related publications (SP 800-37, 800-53, 800-171)
• Experience conducting security assessments on federal systems
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs and risk assessments
• Experience with system Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes in a federal environment
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory information clearly and concisely
• Experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments for federal systems and programs.
• Support vendor risk activities on an ongoing basis.
• Collaborate with system owners, support teams, developers, and vendors to perform control assessments.
• Ensure POAMs are tracked, managed, and remediated.
• Assist with inventory management for security and privacy assets.
• Develop metrics and reports to support training and awareness activities.

Skills

NIST RMF

Security Assessments

Regulatory Compliance

Vendor Risk

AWS Expertise

Job description

Arlington, United States | Posted on 10/05/2026

Location:Onsite 5 days a week, Arlington, VA
Clearance Requirement: US Citizen
Employment Type: Full Time

About Company

Disruptive Solutions, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering mission-focused cybersecurity and technology solutions for federal and commercial clients. We specialize in advanced cybersecurity operations, AI/ML integration, cloud modernization, data governance, and risk management. With a proven track record supporting agencies like the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Department of Treasury, we deliver innovative solutions that maximize efficiency and strengthen cyber resilience. At our core, we are dedicated partners committed to securing the mission with innovation, integrity, and measurable impact.

Job Summary

The position supports federal security assessment and authorization programs, assists with security framework development, conducts vulnerability assessments, and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk mitigation. The role also supports vendor risk activities, control assessments, POAM management, security and privacy asset inventory management, and training and awareness activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments.
  
• Support vendor risk activities on an ongoing basis.
  
• Work with system owners, support teams, developers, vendors, and other stakeholders as necessary to conduct control assessments.
  
• Ensure that plans of action and milestones (POAMs) are properly tracked, managed, and remediated.
  
• Assist with inventory management for security and privacy assets.
  
• Support training and awareness activities by developing metrics and producing reports on program effectiveness.
  

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations, such as NIST guidance and OMB memoranda. This includes knowledge of the NIST Risk Management Framework and familiarity with key publications like NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, and 800-171.
  
• Experience conducting security assessments on federal systems.
  
• Experience assessing and mitigating risks associated with cybersecurity and data privacy.
  
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and advising on compliance-related issues.
  
• Experience with the system Authorization to Operate process, including understanding the documentation required, the levels of approval needed, and the most effective ways to manage this process within a federal environment.
  
• Experience communicating complex regulatory and compliance information in a clear and concise manner.
  
• Experience with cloud platforms and technologies, with a strong preference for Amazon Web Services (AWS) expertise.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified
  

Equal Opportunity Statement

Disruptive Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range

The salary range listed for this position represents a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation. Disruptive Solutions considers several factors when determining an offer, including the position’s responsibilities, federal contract labor category and applicable contract rates, work location, relevant experience, education, certifications, specialized skills, internal equity, market conditions, and other business considerations. The final salary will be determined following a comprehensive review of the candidate’s qualifications and alignment with the role.