Cloud SAC-R

Cloud SCA-R

Ft. Meade, MD

Pay From

$100,000 per year

MUST

Cloud SCA-R

TS/SCI

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

5 years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position

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

Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred)

DUTIES

The Cloud SCA-R will join team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our DoD customer.

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.

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

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. “Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act“.