# Federal Cybersecurity Authorization Professional: Security Control Assessor Certificate Program

Foundational to Advanced|Live Online|5 Courses|54 Hours|~5.4 CEUs

Canonical URL: <https://www.graduateschool.edu/certificates/federal-cybersecurity-authorization-professional-security-control-assessor>

## Overview

The full federal authorization credential on the assessor track. Participants build out the whole Risk Management Framework core — categorizing systems, selecting and documenting SP 800-53 controls, running continuous monitoring — and then specialize in the independent assessment craft: advanced 800-53A technique and the end-to-end work of planning, running, and documenting a security control assessment that holds together. Aligns to NIST SP 800-37, 800-53 Rev 5, 800-53A, 800-137, and the NICE ISSO/ISSM and Security Control Assessor work roles.

Prepares you for: security control assessor and 3PAO assessor roles, and preparation toward the ISC2 CGRC. Working the cloud side instead? See [Federal Cybersecurity Authorization Professional: Cloud & FedRAMP Authorization](/certificates/federal-cybersecurity-authorization-professional-cloud-and-fedramp-authorization).

## What you'll learn

- Carry a federal system through the entire RMF lifecycle
- Select, implement, and monitor SP 800-53 controls
- Plan and run a rigorous, independent control assessment
- Weigh evidence and determine control effectiveness
- Produce authorization-grade assessment artifacts (SAP, SAR, POA&Ms)

## Curriculum
1. **RMF Foundations: From Risk to Authorization**
2. **NIST 800-53: Control Selection, Implementation, and Security Planning Course**
3. **FISMA & Continuous Monitoring Fundamentals Course**
4. **NIST 800-53: Advanced Assessment, Tailoring, and Enterprise Program Management Course**
5. **Security Control Assessor (SCA) Practitioner: The Assessment Lifecycle**

## Instructors

### Wes Bryan — Instructor

Wes Bryan resides in Gainesville, Florida, and has built his career around technology, education, and helping others understand complex subjects. He values continuous learning, clear communication, and practical problem-solving. Outside of work, Wesley enjoys running, hiking, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He also has a strong interest in music and literature, enjoys reading both fiction and nonfiction, as well as playing guitar.

### Chuck Moore — Instructor

With more than 25 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity, Chuck has built a career on a strong foundation in security, networking, help desk operations, and technical training. He has helped organizations strengthen their security posture by identifying vulnerabilities, conducting threat assessments, implementing security controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Combining extensive technical expertise with a passion for education, Chuck equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to recognize risks and respond effectively.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $4699