Cloud Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R)

Ft. Meade, MD
Full Time
Mid Level
Job Summary
Newberry Group seeks a Cloud SCA-R to join our team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our Government Client. In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for performing analysis, conducting independent validations of assessments, and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) for authorized CSPs and CSOs.

Individuals in this role must be available to work full-time on-site at Ft. Meade, MD.

Clearance
DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility required. 

Certifications
DoD 8570 IAM/IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Conduct cybersecurity assessments and validations of Cloud Service Offerings (CSOs) in support of the DoD Provisional Authorization (PA) process
  • Prepare 30 Cloud Security Assessment Packages per year, including validated cybersecurity controls, certifier’s recommendations, and residual risk statements
  • Review Cloud Service Provider (CSP) documentation packages, including architectural diagrams, System Security Plans (SSP) with Addendums, Readiness Assessment Reports (RAR), Security Assessment Plans (SAP), and Security Assessment Reports (SAR)
  • Evaluate supporting materials such as POA&Ms, Change Requests, Extension and Deviation Requests, Whitelist Requests, Corrective Action Plans, and applicable templates, checklists, and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) artifacts
  • Attend technical kickoff meetings to evaluate and document the CSP’s security posture and readiness for assessment
  • Analyze and provide feedback on assessment documentation, including the RAR, SAP, SSP, and system architecture diagrams
  • Identify and document the operational impact of security authorizations, changes, or identified vulnerabilities within the CSP’s environment
  • Develop complete Cloud Security Assessment Packages in accordance with DoD standards, ensuring inclusion of SARs, POA&Ms, and Deviation Requests
  • Create authorization recommendation memorandums summarizing compliance with DoD cybersecurity controls, technical evaluation results, and residual risk considerations
  • Draft DoD PA memorandums outlining CSO boundary definitions, service offerings, authorization duration, terms and conditions, DoD usage considerations, and follow-on actions
  • Validate implementation of CSO controls within eMASS or a government-provided GRC platform, and log assessment completion in the Mission Security Review (MSR)
  • Review the Customer Responsibility Matrix (CRM) and ensure correct inheritance mapping within eMASS or the designated GRC tool
  • Enter all authorization conditions into eMASS as system-level POA&Ms and monitor for timely resolution
  • Upload and associate all CSP documentation with applicable security controls in eMASS or the appropriate system of record
  • Track and manage all CSO-related data using the Team Lead Resource (TLR) Assessment Database
  • Maintain and update the DoD Cloud Process Guide and associated templates, forms, checklists, and documentation
  • Contribute to the development of internal instructions, how-to guides, and reference material to support consistent assessor workflows
  • Ensure assessment activities are conducted in compliance with DoDI 8510.01 and the DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG)
  • Document assessment methodologies and validation best practices to continuously improve assessment accuracy, consistency, and process efficiency
  • Support the ongoing development and annual updates of the DoD Cloud Assessment Process Guides in alignment with evolving policy and government directives
Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred)
  • Experience: Five (5) years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position
  • Security Clearance: Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Certifications: DoD 8570 IAM/IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification
  • Skills and Knowledge:
    • Working knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoDI 8510.01
    • Familiarity with the DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) and associated cloud security policies
    • Familiarity with security controls for Azure, AWS, and assorted cloud platforms
    • Experience conducting security assessments and developing security documentation (e.g., SSP, SAR, POA&M, SAP)
    • Proficiency with eMASS or equivalent Government Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools
    • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply NIST SP 800-53 security controls in cloud environments
    • Strong analytical and technical writing skills with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly
  • Location: Applicants must reside within a commutable distance of Ft. Meade, MD in order to work onsite full time.
Who We Are…
Today’s leading government agencies are putting their trust in Newberry Group, and for good reason. 
Newberry brings strength to our clients, from the inside out, through:
•    client intimacy and superior quality,
•    presence and accountability in our relationships, and
•    Public sector best practices.
Newberry Group is a professional services firm, providing information security compliance, governance, program/project management, and mission-critical project-based consulting to public sector clients nationwide. 
The strength of our company is a direct reflection of our highly skilled and talented workforce.
Benefits and Perks
In addition to competitive wages, Newberry Group offers an outstanding benefit package. This includes medical coverage with three plan options, dental and vision coverage, personal time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, telecommuting if available, retirement savings accounts (Pre-Tax and Roth), flexible and dependent care savings accounts, life insurance, long and short-term disability coverage, tuition and training reimbursement, employee assistance program, and more.
The Newberry Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – EEO/AA/Disability/Veterans.
 
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