Government Tactical Solutions, LLC · 10 hours ago
Security Control Assessor (SCA) I
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$158K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expGovernment Tactical Solutions, LLC is seeking a Security Control Assessor (SCA) I to conduct comprehensive assessments of security controls within information systems. The role involves evaluating the effectiveness of security measures, recommending corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with security policies and frameworks.
Information TechnologyProject ManagementTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The SCA is responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited by an IS to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls (i.e., the extent to which the 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
Performance shall include:
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
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI (Must be willing to obtain a CI Poly)
5-7 years related experience
3+ years experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems (IS) and implementation of regulations
Prior performance in role of ISSO and ISSM
IAT Level 3 or IAM Level 1
Company
Government Tactical Solutions, LLC
Government Tactical Solutions (GovTact) provides mission-critical solutions in support of national security.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Luke Howe
Chief Operating Officer and Partner
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