Security Controls Assessor Representative (SCAR)

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Executive Recruiting

Security Controls Assessor Representative (SCAR)

Boulder, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Select Source Solutions is seeking a highly experienced Security Controls Assessor Representative (SCAR) to perform independent cybersecurity assessments on U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) information systems. Reporting to the Security Controls Assessor (SCA) and/or Authorizing Official (AO) office, the SCAR ensures the integrity and compliance of all cybersecurity assessments in alignment with federal and DoD security frameworks.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Conduct independent security assessments on behalf of the designated Security Controls Assessor (SCA).

    • Develop and execute the Security Assessment Plan (SAP) to evaluate the effectiveness of system security controls.

    • Review Security Authorization Packages and validate compliance with DoD RMF standards.

    • Document findings, risk levels, and recommendations in a comprehensive Security Assessment Report (SAR).

    • Provide subject matter expertise and collaborate with system owners while maintaining assessor independence.

    • Maintain awareness of evolving DoD cybersecurity directives and best practices.

    • Ensure proper procedures and documentation align with the Risk Management Framework and USAFA policies.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET-accredited or CAE-designated institution.

    • Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or a related field.

    • Must possess and maintain a current IT Tier 5 background investigation (Tier 3 acceptable for unclassified systems; SIPR access requires clearance to match system designation).

    • Must hold one or more of the following active certifications (must be maintained):

      • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

      • Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO)

      • Certified Penetration Testing Engineer (CPTE)

      • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)

      • Federal IT Security Professional – Assessor (FITSP-A)

      • GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA)

      • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

      • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

      • CISSP with Engineering Specialty (CISSP-ISSEP)

      • GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)

      • GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)

      Salary: $88,800–$114,200.  This positon is part of a proposal for a government contract.