The Security Control Assessor (SCA) provides information security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support throughout an NRO program's lifecycle to Contractor and Government facilities processing NRO information. SCAs enhance the Information System (IS) security awareness of Directorates' & Offices' staffs, ensure that proper IS security resources are appropriately applied and act as an IS liaison between the Directorates & Offices and OS&CI.
The SCA Level 3 duties include, but are not limited to the following:
The SCA shall review information systems for compliance with applicable DCID, ICD, and NRO directives and guidance, and make recommendations to the USG.
Provide IS security advice and guidance in accordance with applicable DCID, ICD, and NRO directives and guidance to Government and industry partners for the protection of data at all classification levels including SCI.
Provide IS technical guidance and support in preparing responses for USG approval to A&A questions asked by Government and industry partners.
Evaluate and recommend approval, disapproval, or waiver(s) for IS processing national security data at industry and/or Government facilities.
Support NRO Security's development and implementation of directives and guidance for NRO Information Assurance, Information Technology, and Information Management policies.
Provide input to NRO for consideration in the promulgation of future NRO IS security policy.
Support and/or conduct site visits and assessments to inspect and verify IS reports and plans at industrial and Government locations as approved by the cognizant COTR or site Government Point of Contact (GPOC) and provide a written report for review and approval by the Government.
Prepare reports and memoranda, including but not limited to Memoranda for the Record (MFR), Memoranda of Agreement (MOA), Authorization To Proceed, and status and technical briefs for review and approval by the Government.
Update data and maintain Government-provided databases with current information about Government and industry IS status and representative contact information.
Prepare, review, and record notification and status messages to indicate A&A state of systems to system owners or programs in a format approved by the Government.
The contractor shall ensure that appropriate IS security requirements including applicable DCID, ICD, and NRO directives and guidance are addressed and applied and that appropriate documentation is prepared by the system owners or programs. The documentation will be contained in the Security Assessment Package, including, but not limited to the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) Plan, System Security Plans, System Requirements Traceability Matrix, Risk Management Matrix, Test Results, interface control documents, requests for changes, test plans, and other related program security documentation.
Track completion of the Security Assessment Report (SAR).
Support the preparation of the SAR, including, but not limited to, the Summary of Assessment results and Authorization Recommendation.
Review, coordinate, and respond to IS security issues as requested by the Government.
Perform short-term (less than 90 days) CONUS and OCONUS travel to conduct site security inspections when approved by the COTR.
Provide A&A support to the Government for the protection of special programs and tactical operations-related activities.
The contractor shall ensure these documents are reported via the Data Accession List (CDRL A008)
Required Skills (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Ability to simultaneously manage and track multiple large-scale systems or programs involved in the A&A process.
Experience developing and implementing security-related directives and guidance for Information Assurance, Information Technology, and Information Management.
Experience working with a mixed skill level team to ensure that appropriate knowledge and skill transfer occurs.
Practical experience performing information systems assessment and authorization (A&A) as defined in applicable ICDs and guidance.
Practical experience performing the processes involved in developing and implementing security-related directives and guidance for Information Assurance, Information Technology, and Information Management.
Practical experience utilizing risk management strategies for information technology solutions.
Technical understanding of emerging technologies and their implementation within Government system and network environments.
Knowledge of information technology concepts used in the evaluation of security performance and integrity of state-of-the-art applications, communications systems, hardware, software, satellite control systems, and information processing systems.
Technical understanding of information technology systems, software, and networks.
Ability to effectively coordinateA&A activities of industry and Government information systemsto meet acquisition milestone requirements;Effective technical report and general correspondence writing ability.
Required Certification
Appropriate IAM/IAT Level 3 Certification (must be able to obtain certification within first 6 months)
Desired Skills (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Education relevant to computer engineering, information security, information management, and/or computer science; and
Experience in technical project management.
Clearance
Top Secret clearance, eligible for Special Compartmented Information, with CI Polygraph
Years of Experience/Education Requirements
Individuals must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field of study, and/or computer science with 5 years of information security and information assurance experience or a high school diploma and 7 years of relevant experience.
Travel
Must be willing to travel short term (less than (90 days)
Additional Information
This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties, and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.
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