Sr. Security Control Assessor

Overview of position:

Our client is seeking an Sr. Security Control Assessor. A United States Citizenship and an active Secret DoD Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments at a Senior Control Assessor level of the technical, operational and management security controls applied or inherited by information systems to determine the overall conformity of the controls based on NIST 800-53 and Client 4300.
• Plan and lead assessments in relation to mission/business objectives and processes.
• Interpret, test and document NIST 800-53A and Client 4300A security requirements for FISMA and Cloud Security information systems.
• Apply technical understanding of current and emerging technologies to include operating systems, applications, network devices and database levels and their implementation within Government system and network environments.
• Prepare and conduct technical interviews, examinations, and testing of security configurations.

Experience/Skills:

• 8 years cybersecurity experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NIST 800-53.
• Mastery in assessing technical, physical, or operational security controls, including network security, access controls, encryption, authentication and auditing mechanisms.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex risk issues.
• Strong experience in the application of FISMA Guidelines, including the NIST Special Publications FIPS Pubs 199 & 200, NIST Special Pubs 800-18, 800-30, 800-37, 800-39, 800-53, 800-53A, 800-60, 800-63 and 800-137.
• Effective technical report and general correspondence writing ability.
• Strong communication, organizational skills and the ability to work independently and/or within a team.
• Self motivated with good time management skills and the ability to move forward with assignments and tasks.
• Has the ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer or related field

Certifications:

• At least one of the following:
  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • CRISC
  • CSSP
  • CompTIA Security+

Clearance:

• Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
• Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by Client and/or required by Client's Client(s)/Customer(s)/Prime contractor(s).
  
  
  

At Cross Resource Group, we value our employees and are dedicated to providing a rewarding and inclusive work environment. We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our team.

• Healthcare Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to ensure access to quality healthcare.
• Dental Insurance: Robust coverage for optimal oral health.
• Vision Insurance: Regular exams and corrective lenses covered.
• Disability Insurance: Short and long-term coverage protecting against loss of income due to illness or injury.
• Life Insurance: Providing financial security and peace of mind for our employees and their loved ones.

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