Security Control Assessor I (SCA I) (TS, w/ SCI Eligibility)

RedTrace Technologies Inc•Los Angeles, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Control Assessor (SCA) I is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls for Information Systems (IS). This role evaluates the effectiveness of these controls in meeting security requirements and identifies weaknesses or deficiencies. The SCA will recommend corrective actions to address vulnerabilities and their responsibilities will cover Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. The position requires TS clearance with SCI eligibility and US citizenship.

Requirements

5 - 7 years related experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience (4 years)
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
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level III or Information Assurance Manager Level I
Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs
TS, with SCI eligibility
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
US citizenship

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in special program security work highly preferred, but willing to accept and train entry-level employee if otherwise qualified

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 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