Lead Security Control Assessor (IA Specialist)

Lead Security Control Assessor (IA Specialist)

Job Category: Security

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

Are you looking for a role that will impact protecting our Homeland Security? Do you thrive in Risk Management Framework? If yes, please keep reading!

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Security Control Assessor and Validator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating, testing, and validating the effectiveness of security controls within our organization's information systems and networks, with a strong emphasis on applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Onsite position at Alexandria, VA for all 5 days!

Responsibilities:

The Security Control Assessor, you will be responsible for the following:

• Serve as senior member and representative of assigned team for meetings and efficiently lead internal resources to meet established milestones and targeted completion dates.
• Provide guidance, coaching and training to employees of assigned team.
• Provide the United States Coast Guard (USCG) with tailored documentation to support their security authorization.
• Independent assessor for Risk Management Framework Steps 0 to 7.
• Plan and execute security control assessments for various information systems within the organization.
• Develop and maintain assessment procedures and methodologies aligned with NIST guidelines and other relevant frameworks.
• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented security controls.
• Identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential risks in information systems and infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed Security Assessment Reports (SARs) documenting findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with system owners, ISSOs, and other stakeholders throughout the assessment process.
• Verify the implementation of remediation actions and conduct follow-up assessments as needed.
• Provide expert advice on the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices.
• Validate security control implementation and provide test results.
• Hands-on experience in assessing RMF Step 4 and performing continuous monitoring.
• Examine security control weaknesses and determine if they are producing the desired intent.
• Deep understanding of Vulnerability Management practices.

Qualifications:

Required:

• US Citizenship required and hold DOD Secret or higher clearance.
• Intimate understanding of NIST RMF implementation guidance.
• Hands-on experience with using eMASS or similar Information Assurance tools.
• Well-developed understanding of Federal Civilian or DHS Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) processes.
• In-depth understanding of the relevance of NIST Security Controls and Control Implementation methodologies to the SA&A process.
• Experience analyzing vulnerability scans and STIG implementations.
• Can demonstrate understanding of critical documentation required in Security Authorization (SA) Packages.
• Ability to understand and support Privacy Compliance Activities to include the development of Privacy Impact Analysis (PIA), Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA), and Statement of Record Notices (SORN).
• At least one of the DOD 8750 IAT II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security + CE, CND, or SSCP.
• CSSP-AU certification - must obtain within 60days of employment.
• Knowledge/Familiarity with DoD 8500, DoD 8510, DHS 4300 A and B, NIST SP 800-18, 60, 70, 53, 53A, 137, IACS, CMRS, COAMS, JIMS, Swimlane, Governance, Risk, and Compliance, POA&M (i.e., Management, Assessment, etc.), ERS, FISMA, Knowledge Service, ACAS, Tanium, Power BI, Project/Program Management, TASKORD (i.e., FRAGO, CTO, etc.), and Data Calls (i.e., OIG Audit, etc.)

Desired:

• Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years related work experience.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here .

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$94,400 - $198,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.