Modern Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Security Control Assessor (SCA) to join our team in the Colorado Springs, CO area in support of U.S Space Force (USSF). You will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited throughout the cybersecurity lifecycle for Information System (IS) services to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligible.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

As the Subject Matter Expert (SME) Security Control Assessor (SCA) with MTSI you will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited throughout the cybersecurity lifecycle for Information System (IS) services to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls.

You will provide an assessment of the severity of weaknesses or deficiencies discovered in the IS and its environment of operation and recommend corrective actions to address identified vulnerabilities. Responsibilities will cover Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities within the customer's area of responsibility. This position will be located in the Colorado Springs, CO area.

Your essential job functions will include but will not be limited to:

• Performing oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of IS security program policy; with special emphasis placed upon integration of existing SAP and SCI network infrastructures.
• Performing system, network and cloud environment security assessments based on the Joint Security Implementation Guide (JSIG) security controls requirements.
• Reviewing and analyzing Assessment & Authorization (A&A) packages to include system security plans, risk assessments, Contingency Plans (ISCPs), Incident Response Plans (IRPs), Configuration Management Plans (CMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), hardware/software lists, network diagrams, data flows, system change proposals and requests, vulnerability scan reports, test reports, and Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms) for completeness, accuracy, and document effectiveness of controls, plans and procedures implementation.
• Advising the Information System Owner (ISO) and Program Security Officer (PSO) on any assessment and authorization issues.
• Evaluating Authorization packages for making accreditation recommendations to the Authorizing Official (AO) and/or Authorizing Official Designated Representative (AODR).
• Advising the government concerning the security impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for IS and cloud environments.
• Developing Security Assessment Reports (SAR) that details the results of a security assessment for the PM, AO, and/or AODR's review,
• Initiating a POA&M with identified weaknesses for each authorization boundary assessed, based on findings and recommendations from the SAR.
• Assess and recommend approval of proposed changes to authorization boundaries and operating environments based on mission needs.
• Assisting the government in compliance inspections and representing the customer on inspection teams.
• Assisting the government with security incidents that relate to cybersecurity and confirming that the proper and corrective measures have been taken.
• Ensuring organizations are addressing cybersecurity during all phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Assist with joint assessments of Cross-Domain Solutions with other DoD agencies.

• 14+ years of experience in Information Assurance or Cybersecurity related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems (IS).
• Experience with security assessments for information systemsand cloud environments.
• Experience ensuring compliance with security policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engineering solutions that satisfy pre-defined functional and user requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to perform oversight of the development, implementation, evaluation and integration of SAP network infrastructures, information systems and cloud environments.
• Demonstrated ability to perform risk assessments of SAP and SCI networks and cloud environment that utilizes a Cross Domain Solution for the transfer of sensitive data.

• A successful candidate should be a self-starter who possesses initiative, excellent communication skills, the ability to lead diverse teams, to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and a proven problem solver.

Qualifications Desired:

• Demonstrated ability to work well independently or as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to drive projects to closure and to assimilate and correlate project information in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous projects in a dynamic, agile work environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to clearly translate technical needs into technical specifications.
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical project teams.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in information technology or related technical field.

Certifications Requirements:

• DoD 8140.03 "Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program".

Clearance Requirements:

• Top Secret, SCI eligible.
• SAP eligibility is HIGHLY desired. (Counterintelligence Polygraph may be required).
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Travel Requirements:

• Place of work is Colorado Springs, CO area, remote work opportunity is limited.
• May require travel up to 40% of time within the continental United States.

Compensation: The pay range for this position in Colorado is $170,000/year to $190,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

For additional company information, please visit: www.mtsi-va.com

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