Erika Mc David
About Erika Mc David
Erika Mc David is a Security Control Assessor with over 12 years of experience in cybersecurity and risk management, currently working at Insight Global in Arlington, Virginia. She has held various roles in information assurance and cybersecurity, advising on security control assessments and compliance with established frameworks.
Current Role at Insight Global
Erika Mc David currently serves as a Security Control Assessor (SCA) at Insight Global in Arlington, Virginia. She has held this position since 2023. In her role, she works within the Risk Management Framework (RMF), Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), and Security Control Tailoring Matrix (SCTM) guidance, depending on network requirements and classification. Erika advises Information System Owners on the impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability of information systems.
Previous Experience at Insight Global
Prior to her current role, Erika worked at Insight Global as a Lead Deputy Cyber Security A&A Information Assurance Analyst for six months in 2023. In this capacity, she contributed to the assessment and authorization processes within the cybersecurity domain, leveraging her extensive background in information assurance.
Professional Background in Cybersecurity
Erika Mc David has over 12 years of dedicated service to the Department of Defense, specializing in Risk Management Framework Assessment and Authorization. Her career includes significant roles such as Senior Information Assurance Analyst at Epsilon, Inc. from 2015 to 2016, and Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at Diverse Systems Group, LLC from 2018 to 2022. She has also worked as an Information Assurance Analyst at Emagine IT, Inc. from 2012 to 2015, and as an Information Assurance Security Specialist at Apex Systems from 2011 to 2012.
Educational Background
Erika Mc David holds a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Virginia State University, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. She also studied Mass Communication/Media Studies at the University of Phoenix from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she attended Hagerstown Community College for one year in 2004 to 2005, focusing on the same field of study.
Technical Proficiencies
Erika is proficient in using eMASS and Xacta for conducting security control assessments. Her expertise includes developing continuous monitoring plans specific to information systems and initiating Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) based on findings and recommendations from Security Assessment Reports (SAR). She serves as a cybersecurity technical advisor to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Authorizing Official (AO).