Security Control Assessor - TS/SCI with Polygraph required

General Dynamics
Mc Lean, Virginia 22107 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 19, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    Security Control Assessor

    Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Security Control Assessor supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As aSecurity Control Assessor, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

    HOW A SECURITY CONTROL ASSESSOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

    • Evaluates the security controls within network systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend actions to correct problems working either alone or as part of a team.
    • Ensures integrity of IT systems by identifying and mitigating potential avenues of exploitation including system level attacks and user level attacks.
    • Applies experience with RMF, CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and NISPOM
    • Applies experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker (SCC)
    • Demonstrated experience conducting hands on security testing, analyzing results, documenting risks, and recommending countermeasures
    • Demonstrated experience developing risk assessment reports based on review of security plans and interviews with developer/customer assess systems against information assurance policies, regulations and instructions
    • Develops and documents security evaluation test plans and procedures
    • Demonstrated experience testing security architectures of cloud-based systems and applications, identifying vulnerabilities and providing security remediation

    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

    • Education: Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science or Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
    • Required Experience: 10+ yrs (Must have 4+ yrs of hands-on SCA experience)
    • Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
    • Required Technical Skills:
    • Compliance and vulnerability scanning tools (XACTA, RedSeal, Tenable, Nessus, Splunk, and/or other vulnerability scanners)
    • Strong understanding of the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process including Cloud Best Practices
    • Excellent oral and technical writing skills
    • Strongly Desired Certifications: CASP, CISA, CISSP, AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Microsoft AZ 900, Microsoft AZ-500
    • Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
    • Location: McLean, VA - On Customer Site

    GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

    • 401K with company match
    • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
    • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
    • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
    • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
    • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
  • Job Description

    Security Control Assessor

    Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Security Control Assessor supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As aSecurity Control Assessor, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

    HOW A SECURITY CONTROL ASSESSOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

    • Evaluates the security controls within network systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend actions to correct problems working either alone or as part of a team.
    • Ensures integrity of IT systems by identifying and mitigating potential avenues of exploitation including system level attacks and user level attacks.
    • Applies experience with RMF, CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and NISPOM
    • Applies experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker (SCC)
    • Demonstrated experience conducting hands on security testing, analyzing results, documenting risks, and recommending countermeasures
    • Demonstrated experience developing risk assessment reports based on review of security plans and interviews with developer/customer assess systems against information assurance policies, regulations and instructions
    • Develops and documents security evaluation test plans and procedures
    • Demonstrated experience testing security architectures of cloud-based systems and applications, identifying vulnerabilities and providing security remediation

    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

    • Education: Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science or Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
    • Required Experience: 10+ yrs (Must have 4+ yrs of hands-on SCA experience)
    • Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
    • Required Technical Skills:
    • Compliance and vulnerability scanning tools (XACTA, RedSeal, Tenable, Nessus, Splunk, and/or other vulnerability scanners)
    • Strong understanding of the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process including Cloud Best Practices
    • Excellent oral and technical writing skills
    • Strongly Desired Certifications: CASP, CISA, CISSP, AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Microsoft AZ 900, Microsoft AZ-500
    • Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
    • Location: McLean, VA - On Customer Site

    GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

    • 401K with company match
    • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
    • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
    • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
    • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
    • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Government Careers
    • Government Careers

    Government jobs offer stability, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on your community and country.

    Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service.

    Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.

    Show more

MORE JOBS

  • Enterprise Account Executive (Federal)

    • New York, New York
    • LangChain
    • Jun 19, 2026
    • Full Time
    • Federal Government
    • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Air Interdiction Agent New Hire Sign-On Incentives

    • Woodstock, Georgia
    • U.S. Customs and Border Protections
    • Jun 19, 2026
    • Full Time
    • Federal Government
  • CONOPS SME Senior Specialist

    • Oak Ridge, Tennessee
    • Y-12 National Security Complex
    • Jun 19, 2026
    • Full Time
    • Federal Government
  • 35F Intelligence Analyst

    • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    • Army National Guard
    • Jun 19, 2026
    • Full Time
    • Federal Government
  • Lead Pile Driver - Marine Barge Construction

    • Baltimore, Maryland
    • Ballard Marine Construction
    • Jun 19, 2026
    • Full Time
    • Federal Government
  • Social Services Advocate - PDD Framingham

    • Framingham, Massachusetts
    • Committee For Public Counsel Services
    • Jun 19, 2026
    • Full Time
    • Federal Government
    • Human and Social Services
Show More
Apply Now Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com Job Board.
Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com Job Board.