Leidos Holding
Security Control Assessor-Representative (SCA-R) Manager
Leidos Holding, Alexandria, VA
Description
The Digital Modernization sector at Leidos has an exciting opportunity as a Security Control Assessor-Representative (SCA-R) Manager on our GSM-O II IDIQ contract's Risk Management Executive (RME) Cyber Security Task Order in Alexandria, VA. DISA provides a full range of IT products, services, and solutions and customer services to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) and the Joint Staff (JS), Director of Administration (DA), Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA), Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), and other OSD offices for them to meet mission and business requirements. Through the DISA RME Cyber Security program, RME performs a wide variety of services and functions required to secure the information security posture for DoD services.
This Task Order has 100+ FTEs working to ensure DISA's Cyber Security program adheres to DISA, DoD, and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) approved cybersecurity and information assurance (IA) architecture, policies, programs, standards, and guidelines. The SCA-R Manager will report to the SCA-R Lead and be responsible for leading the implementation of DISA RME's assessment and authorization activities in addition to managing other direct reports.
This is a hybrid position allowing 50% remote work after a brief ramp-up period (first 2-3 weeks will be 100% onsite, then your time will be split 50/50 onsite vs remote).
In this role, you will lead the team responsible for implementing and overseeing all of DISA's information systems (new and re-authorization efforts), security posture, and authorization/RMF activities.
You will also:
This role will be based onsite in Alexandria, VA and an active Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start.
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
GSMO
External Referral Eligible
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Original Posting Date: 2024-07-01While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range: Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level 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 job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here .
Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other person a l information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
Commitment to Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
The Digital Modernization sector at Leidos has an exciting opportunity as a Security Control Assessor-Representative (SCA-R) Manager on our GSM-O II IDIQ contract's Risk Management Executive (RME) Cyber Security Task Order in Alexandria, VA. DISA provides a full range of IT products, services, and solutions and customer services to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) and the Joint Staff (JS), Director of Administration (DA), Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA), Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), and other OSD offices for them to meet mission and business requirements. Through the DISA RME Cyber Security program, RME performs a wide variety of services and functions required to secure the information security posture for DoD services.
This Task Order has 100+ FTEs working to ensure DISA's Cyber Security program adheres to DISA, DoD, and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) approved cybersecurity and information assurance (IA) architecture, policies, programs, standards, and guidelines. The SCA-R Manager will report to the SCA-R Lead and be responsible for leading the implementation of DISA RME's assessment and authorization activities in addition to managing other direct reports.
This is a hybrid position allowing 50% remote work after a brief ramp-up period (first 2-3 weeks will be 100% onsite, then your time will be split 50/50 onsite vs remote).
In this role, you will lead the team responsible for implementing and overseeing all of DISA's information systems (new and re-authorization efforts), security posture, and authorization/RMF activities.
You will also:
- Under the direction of the SCA-R Lead, assist in leading personnel on A&A activities and adherence to all NIST, Federal, DoD, and DISA policies, procedures, and standards regarding cyber security and the RMF
- Develop and maintain the SCA-R/V&V schedule in accordance with the timeline established for A&A and AO ISs and by assigning and adding the necessary resources, based on the technologies that need validation and verification, to conduct assessments and validations of implemented controls and POA&M items
- Develop and gain approval of the Security Assessment Plan prior to assessment of all implemented security controls and technology areas through automated and manual assessments in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-115
- Develop and submit V&V and security assessment reports that capture automated and manual assessment results and all pertinent information for a comprehensive assessment of the IS for completion of the POA&M
- Lead personnel to develop authorization packages with all required artifacts in accordance with NIST SP 800-37 that includes risk analysis/assessment and determination along with recommendation for the authorizing officials' authorization decision
- Monitor systems through their lifecycle and in accordance with FISMA requirements, including monitoring for system and environmental changes, ongoing assessments, authorization package updates, ongoing authorizations, and system disposal
- Participate in, and provide technical expertise to DISA's configuration management boards while considering Federal, DoD, and DISA security policies, standards and guidelines and its impact to requested changes
- Participate in staffing/recruiting and retention efforts and personnel management, including selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, and recognition/disciplinary actions
- Motivate and lead team members, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment
This role will be based onsite in Alexandria, VA and an active Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in IT-related field and 12+ years' experience in the Cybersecurity area. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- 5+ years' experience in Certification and Accreditation/Assessment and Authorization
- 3+ years' experience in Security Control Assessor/Validator Experience
- 5 years of project management work experience
- DoD 8570 IAM/IAT Level III certification (CISSP or CISM required) prior to start
- Demonstrated leadership skills/ p revious lead position
- Customer service skills
- Expert knowledge and experience with RMF process , NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253
- Top Secret security clearance required prior to start (program can support up to TS/SCI)
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMP, Experience with Microsoft Project
- DISA RME Assessment and Authorization experience
GSMO
External Referral Eligible
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Original Posting Date: 2024-07-01While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range: Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level 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 job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here .
Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other person a l information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
Commitment to Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.