Security Control Assessor (SCA)

Security Control Assessor (SCA)

This position is part of HII's Mission Technologies division, which plays a critical role in supporting Enterprise-Level Security and Modernization efforts across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, physical facilities, and personnel operations. The selected candidate will contribute to a high-impact government program focused on enhancing and securing mission-critical systems and environments. The program is scheduled to launch in early 2026 and due to the classified nature of the mission and the sensitivity of the operational environment, an active TS/SCI security clearance will be required.

The Security Controls Assessor plays a critical role in evaluating, validating, and strengthening the security posture of information systems across the organization. The SCA is responsible for:

• Reviewing and assessing system security packages and bodies of evidence
• Conducting and documenting the management, operational, and technical security control effectiveness applied on information systems
• Assessing information systems' weaknesses or deficiencies and recommending corrective actions to address vulnerabilities
• Providing the initial mitigation of Cybersecurity incidents, supporting incident investigations, and closing incidents
• Assessing proposed hardware, software, and firmware for vulnerabilities
• Drafting and submitting formal documentation including Security Assessment Reports, Cybersecurity Assessment Reports, Compliance Reports, Incident Reports, Technical Assessment Reports
• Reviewing and assessing Plans of Actions and Milestones

What we are looking for:

• 4+ years applying or validating security configurations and controls on Enterprise operating systems as a SCA, ISSO, ISSE or systems administrator
• Technical understanding of Enterprise operating systems, components, protocols, and services (i.e., Windows, RHEL, Active Directory, ACAS, AV, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience applying the Risk Management Framework to secure Enterprise information systems in the DoD/IC space
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, such as Security Assessment Reports, System Security Plans, Plan of Action and Milestones, Security Controls Traceability Matrices, etc.
• Experience working with Cybersecurity toolsets such as ACAS and ServiceNow CAM
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and skilled in presenting technical concepts to senior leadership/executive management
• TS/SCI clearance required with ability to obtain a CI Poly
• Travel requirement 10% annually

Must meet DoD 8140/CSWF for 612-Intermedediate or be willing to obtain the appropriate credential within 6 months

Engineer Info Assurance 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.

Engineer Info Assurance 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

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