Security Control Assessor (SCA) I

General Dynamics Information Technology • Colorado Springs, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Control Assessor (SCA) is responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited by an Information System (IS) to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls. This includes evaluating if 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. The role involves performing oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of IS security program policy, with special emphasis on the integration of existing SAP network infrastructure. The SCA will perform assessments of ISs based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology in accordance with the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG). They will advise the Information System Owner (ISO), Information Data Owner (IDO), Program Security Officer (PSO), and the Delegated and/or Authorizing Official (DAO/AO) on assessment and authorization issues, evaluate Authorization packages, and make recommendations to the AO and/or DAO for authorization. Additionally, the SCA will evaluate IS threats and vulnerabilities to determine if additional safeguards are required, advise the Government concerning the impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for the information on a system, and ensure security assessments are completed and results documented. The role includes preparing the Security Assessment Report (SAR) for the Authorization boundary, initiating a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with identified weaknesses for each Authorization Boundary assessed, and evaluating security assessment documentation to provide written recommendations for security authorization to the Government. The SCA will discuss recommendations 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, and review and concur with all sanitizations and clearing procedures in accordance with Government guidance and/or policy. The position also involves assisting the Government with compliance inspections and security incidents related to cybersecurity, ensuring proper and corrective measures are taken. The SCA will ensure organizations are addressing and conducting all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC), evaluate hardware and software to determine security impact on Authorization boundaries, and evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of Continuous Monitoring Plans. The role includes representing the customer on inspection teams.

Requirements

• Top Secret/SCI Clearance must be currently possessed.
• Top Secret SCI + Polygraph must be obtainable.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in SAP, SCI or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security and the implementation of regulations.
• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).
• Must be willing to submit to a CI polygraph.

Nice To Haves

• IAT Level 3 (CISSP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.) or IAM Level 1 - within 6 month of hire

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of management, operational, and technical security controls.
• Determine the overall effectiveness of security controls.
• Assess the severity of weaknesses or deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of IS security program policy.
• Perform assessment of ISs based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology.
• Advise the Information System Owner (ISO), Information Data Owner (IDO), Program Security Officer (PSO), and the Delegated and/or Authorizing Official (DAO/AO) on assessment and authorization issues.
• Evaluate Authorization packages and make recommendations for authorization.
• Evaluate IS threats and vulnerabilities to determine if additional safeguards are required.
• Advise the Government concerning the impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.
• Ensure security assessments are completed and results documented.
• Prepare the Security Assessment Report (SAR).
• Initiate a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with identified weaknesses.
• Evaluate security assessment documentation and provide written recommendations for security authorization.
• Discuss recommendations for authorization and submit the security authorization package.
• Assess proposed changes to Authorization boundaries operating environment and mission needs.
• Review and concur with all sanitizations and clearing procedures.
• Assist the Government with compliance inspections.
• Assist the Government with security incidents that relate to cybersecurity.
• Ensure organizations are addressing and conducting all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC).
• Evaluate Hardware and Software to determine security impact.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of Continuous Monitoring Plans.
• Represent the customer on inspection teams.
• Regularly lift 50lbs.

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Extra paid vacation and holidays
• Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
• Dental plan options
• Vision plan
• Ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars to 401(k) up to the IRS annual limits
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time
• Paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level