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Hailey Crabill

Senior Recruiter at IDR, Inc.
4.83 from 149 reviews
Job
Senior Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst
Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
CONTRACT
TERMS: contract
START DATE: 11/9/26

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:

  • 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

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

  • 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

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
  • Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

  • 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.
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