Security Control Assessor (SCA) I

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$142K — $161K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Information Security or related fields
  • Expertise in Risk Mitigation Strategies and System Security
  • Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology
  • Familiarity with SAP, SCI, or Collateral IS Security regulations
  • US Citizenship required for security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Conduct assessments of security controls for information systems
  • Advise on weaknesses and recommend corrective actions
  • Evaluate security authorization packages and make recommendations
  • Perform oversight of IS security program policies
  • Assess threats and vulnerabilities, proposing additional safeguards
  • Prepare Security Assessment Reports for authorization reviews
  • Assist with security incidents and compliance inspections

Benefits

  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team to support career growth
  • Opportunities for paid education and certifications
  • Access to cutting-edge technology for professional development
  • Additional paid vacation and holidays for work-life balance
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Information Security, Information Systems, Risk Mitigation Strategies, System Security
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

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.
  • 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 sanitizations 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.


Other Requirements:
  • Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs


Experience:
  • 5+ years related experience.
  • 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.


Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)


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


Security Clearance:
  • TS/SCI
  • Must be willing to submit to a CI polygraph.


  • 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
  • Rest and recharge with extra paid vacation and holidays


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The likely salary range for this position is $142,792 - $161,920. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA CA Palmdale

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

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