Security Control Assessor, SME (IMC00802)

This role will serve as the primary interface with the AO, QAE, and the PACAF Leadership.   

Work Location: Onsite in Honolulu, HI. 

Basic Required Qualifications and Skills:  Note: These are mandatory items that all candidates must have when submitting an application to IMC for this position. Please ensure that your submission addresses each of these requirement items. Candidates without these required elements will not be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience within a senior-level security environment, supporting DoD or joint commands.  
• At start date, must possess one or more of the following certifications in ACTIVE status:
  • SecurityX (formerly CASP)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Associate
  • GSLC – GIAC Security Leadership certification
• Advanced experience with:
  • Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • NIST guidelines
  • Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
  • Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), outstanding customer service, team building, and consensus-building abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused, organized, and plan work independently or collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail, accuracy, and consistent follow-through.
• Proven ability to:
  • Exercise discretion and independent judgment when handling situational occurrences.
  • Provide technical support across secure and non-secure networks.
  • Work with senior leaders in a Joint Operations Center, demonstrating polished technical skills and a professional mindset.
• Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship.
• All applicants must have current DoD Top Secret clearance day one and prior to entry on duty, with the ability to pass an SSBI background investigation to up-scope their clearance to Top Secret/SCI.   

Desired Qualifications and Skills:  It is desirable that the candidate have the following qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Possess any of the following certifications in ACTIVE status:  
  • Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• 12+ years of experience within a senior-level security environment, supporting DoD or joint commands.   
• Experience working in SOC, interfacing with General Officers and other senior leadership.  
• Current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This position will include, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

• Develop the overall RMF assessment Strategy.
• Approve Security Assessment Plans (SAPs).
• Perform final review/sign off of SAR, RAR, and POA&M artifacts before submission.
• Interpret ambiguous compliance requirements and advise on policy exceptions.
• Lead briefings (in-briefs, out-briefs, RAWG updates).
• Coach senior SCA and program teams, ensuring consistent methodology.
• Provide authoritative risk recommendations to the AO.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Salary and Benefits Information: Please see the salary information listed at the beginning of this document, which is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. All salaries will be based on relevant experience, geographic location, and position and/or contractual requirements, which could fall outside of the listed range. For more information about IMC’s benefits, please visit our website at https://www.imcva.com/about-imc/careers.