Security Control Assessor

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 workhybrid remote/on-site on a government contract for a client located in Alexandria, VA. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Join a team responsible for managing all Risk Management Framework activities for implemented technologies.
• Work in a dynamic environment with other Information Assurance professionals using the latest technologies.
• Provide the client with tailored documentation to support their security authorization.
• Support Security Test and Evaluation/Security Assessment activities.
• Support system accreditation and Ongoing Assessment and 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 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.
• 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).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• ship is required.
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain an additional clearance is required.
• Intimate understanding of NIST RMF implementation guidance.
• Well-developed understanding of 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.
• 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).
• CSSP-AU certification.
• At least one of the DOD 8750 IAT II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security + CE, CND, or SSCP.
• Knowledge/Familiarity with DoD 8500, DoD 8510, DHS 4300 A and B, NIST SP 800-18, 60, 70, 53, 53A, 137, eMASS, 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.).

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Well-developed understanding of Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process as it relates to Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A).
• Relevant government Cyber Security Information Assurance-focused experience with specific current hands-on experience researching, writing, and submitting complete A&A documentation packages for new system authorizations.

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.
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Salary Range

$60,000 - $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled.

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. M9 is subject to Executive Order 11246, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of their employment. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to . Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact M9's Human Resources Department at or at .

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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