Security Control Assessor

M9 Solutions , Alexandria, VA

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Security Control Assessor to work on-site on a government contract for a client located in Alexandria, VA. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Risk Management Framework activities with team members for implemented technologies.
• Provide client with tailored documentation to support their security authorization.
• Support security test and evaluation/security assessment activities.
• Support client system accreditation and ongoing assessment, as well as ongoing authorization processes and activities to ensure the implementation of NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
• Manage all Information Assurance activities, enable the ongoing assessment and ongoing authorization of solution utilizing Risk Management Framework (RMF), and automated Security Assessment and Authorization tools.
• Implement risk management framework policy and application across the program.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plan, Security Assessment Report (SAR), Plans of Action and Milestones, and other security documentation.
• Assess and develop authorization packages for technical solutions that may require collaboration with internal expertise and deep analysis of the technical solution.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years related work experience.
• At least one of the following certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security + CE, CND, or SSCP.
• Possess CSSP-AU certification.
• Intimate understanding of NIST RMF implementation guidance.
• In-depth understanding of the relevance of NIST Security Controls and Control Implementation methodologies to the Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) process.
• Demonstrate understanding of critical documentation required in Security Authorization (SA) Packages.
• 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).

Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
• M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits

Salary Range

$60,000 - $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and we comply with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We also adhere to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to hr@m9solutions.com . If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at hr@m9solutions.com or 703-936-0880 .

With 14+ years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.

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