Security Control Assessor

Colorado Springs, CO
Full Time
Mid Level
Who We Are…
Newberry Group is a performance-driven government services and solutions firm that provides security compliance, program governance, consulting, and customized solutions for public sector clients nationwide. 
The strength of our company is a direct reflection of our highly skilled and talented workforce.

Job Summary
Newberry Group seeks Security Control Assessors (SCA) for a potential contract to begin in the next sixty days. These positions are responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for DOD IT systems.
Location 
Colorado Springs, CO
Hybrid position
Clearance/Certifications
DoD Secret Clearance required
Current DOD 8140 level I certification required, such as: CGRC/CAP or CASP+ or CCSP or Cloud+ or SSCP or Security+ or GSEC required
Contingencies
Contingent on Contract Award

Primary Responsibilities:
The Security Control Assessors evaluate and validate the security posture of information systems supporting academic, administrative, and operational missions. The SCA plays a critical role in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, ensuring systems meet stringent DoD cybersecurity standards before and during operation.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct independent assessments of security controls implemented on information systems.
  • Review and evaluate System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
  • Provide formal recommendations to the Authorizing Official (AO) regarding system authorization decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with DoD, Air Force, and NIST cybersecurity policies and frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, DoDI 8510.01).
  • Collaborate with Information System Owners (ISOs), Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), and Engineers (ISSEs) to ensure effective security control implementation.
  • Participate in continuous monitoring activities and periodic reassessments.
  • Maintain documentation and audit trails in eMASS or other DoD-approved tools.
  • Support cybersecurity inspections, audits, and incident response efforts as needed.

Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • At least 3 years of experience in Assessor roles.
  • DoD 8140 certification.
  • Strong knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency with tools such as eMASS, ACAS, and HBSS.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in a hybrid military or academic environment.
  • Familiarity with cloud security and FedRAMP-authorized systems.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
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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