Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst

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IDR is seeking a Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Washington, DC. This role supports a federal security assessment and authorization program, helping ensure systems and applications meet NIST-aligned security and compliance expectations. You’ll partner with technical and non-technical stakeholders to assess controls, support ATO activities, and drive remediation of identified risks.

Position Overview for the Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst:

Requirements for the Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst:

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• Conduct security control assessments for federal systems and applications, identifying gaps and documenting findings
• Support Security Assessment & Authorization (A&A) efforts, including ATO package support for new systems and significant changes
• Apply NIST RMF guidance (including NIST SP 800-37/800-53/800-171) to assessment and compliance activities
• Manage and track POA&Ms, coordinating remediation with system owners, developers, and vendors
• Assess cloud-based environments for security risks and control effectiveness, with a focus on compliance alignment
• Hands-on experience conducting security control assessments in a federal government (or similarly regulated) environment
• Strong working knowledge of NIST RMF and relevant NIST publications (e.g., 800-37, 800-53, 800-171)
• Experience supporting ATO processes, including preparation and maintenance of authorization documentation
• Experience managing vulnerabilities/findings and driving remediation through POA&M tracking and stakeholder coordination
• Cloud security experience assessing cloud-based systems for security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps
• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Remote: onsite
• Location: Washington, District Of Columbia, US
• Rate: 55-60 EUR/h
• Languages: English