Security Control Assessor Representative SCAR

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector is pro-actively preparing for the potential of an increase in staff needed to fulfill an important mission in support of the Sixteenth Air Force Cyber Forces. Specifically we are seeking multiple candidates for future Security Control Assessor Representative positions that will be located at Lackland AFB San Antonio TX.

Organization Summary

Leidos provides direct support for the Air Forces cyberspace and information warfare capabilities. It enables cyber operations cyber defense intelligence and information security to protect Air Force networks and global missions. As a trusted partner Leidos aids the Air Force in rapidly converging capabilities mitigating cyber threats and generating mission-critical cybersecurity outcomes.

Position Summary

The Security Control Assessor Representative (SCAR) provides expert cybersecurity assessment RMF documentation support and accreditation readiness for complex Air Force information systems. This role supports the development review and validation of cybersecurity artifacts ensures compliance with DoD and Air Force security controls and supports the government Security Control Assessor in achieving and maintaining system authorization. The SCAR performs comprehensive security control assessments evaluates risk and provides actionable recommendations to strengthen the programs cybersecurity posture.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supports the development maintenance and review of RMF cybersecurity documentation including:

System Security Plan (SSP)
Cybersecurity Plan
Security Assessment Report (SAR)
Risk Assessment Reports (RAR)
Plan of Actions and Milestone (POA&Ms)
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and system operating procedures

• Support all RMF activities to obtain and sustain Authority to Operate (ATO) or Interim Approval to Test (IATT).

• Conduct security control assessments to validate effectiveness and compliance with DoDinstrsturctions NIST SP 800-53 CNSSI 1253 and AFI 17-101.

• Validate system configurations architectures STIG/SRG compliance and vulnerability management practices.

• Review cybersecurity artifacts for accuracy completeness and alignment to system categorization.

• Manage cybersecurity baselines continuous monitoring audit remediation and configuration control for classified and unclassified systems.

• Provide expert recommendations on security architecture risk mitigation and prioritization of vulnerabilities based on mission impact.

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity strategies supporting both short-term and long-term program objectives.

• Perform periodic risk assessments and evaluate security posture against evolving threats and compliance mandates.

• Assist government personnel with incident response activities data sanitization processes and secure media handling.

• Interface with government independent assessment teams to support assessment and authorization efforts.

• Ensure continuous accountability of hardware software and digital artifacts on classified networks.

• Maintain awareness of emerging cybersecurity threats and recommend updates to policies plans and procedures.

Basic (Required) Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Systems or related discipline with 4-12 years of experience.

• (Experience may be substituted for education depending on contract requirements.)

• 3-5 years of experience in DoD cybersecurity RMF or information assurance.

• Requires an active DoD TS/SCI clearance.

• Hands-on experience with the RMF lifecycle including control validation and assessment.

• Experience preparing and maintaining RMF artifacts (SSP SAR POA&M Risk Assessment Contingency Plans etc.).

• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 CNSSI 1253 DoDI 8500.01/8510.01 and AFI 17-101.

• Experience interpreting STIGs SRGs ACAS/Nessus scan results and system hardening requirements.

• Ability to assess vulnerabilities evaluate risk impact and recommend mitigation strategies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to brief stakeholders and produce clear technical documentation.

• Ability to perform duties on classified networks and handle sensitive information appropriately.

• DoD 8570/8140 Baseline Certification:

IAM-II (e.g. CAP CASP CISM GSLC) or IAT-II/IAT-III equivalent depending on system requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a SCAR SCA ISSO ISSM or RMF Assessor for DoD or Air Force programs.

• Experience with eMASS Xacta or other RMF automation tools.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity architecture enterprise networks virtualization and system lifecycle management.

• Experience supporting or validating controls on classified systems at various impact levels (IL4-IL6 JWICS/SIPR/NIPR).

• Hands-on experience performing Security Test & Evaluation (ST&E).

• Experience analyzing audit logs monitoring tools and cybersecurity alerts.

• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles DoD cloud security models and current cyber threat landscapes.

• Advanced cybersecurity certifications (e.g. CISSP CCSP CEH GSNA GSCP GCIH).

• Experience briefing senior leaders or government authorization officials.

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Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.