IT Security Control Assessor

Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Conduct FISMA security control assessments in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-53A
• Support system authorization efforts across the RMF lifecycle
• Perform control testing interviews and evidence reviews for management operational and technical controls
• Document assessment results findings and risk determinations in SARs and related ATO artifacts
• Identify control gaps weaknesses and POA&M items with clear actionable remediation guidance
• Coordinate with system owners ISSOs engineers and program stakeholders during assessments
• Support continuous monitoring activities including ongoing control assessments and ad hoc reviews
• Ensure assessments align with agency-specific cybersecurity compliance and information security policies

What You Will Need:

• Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology Cybersecurity or related field
• Minimum of THREE (3) years of experience in cybersecurity
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD SECRET securityclearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication ofclearanceprior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE SECRET or higher-levelclearanceare preferred.
• Demonstrated experience performing FISMA or RMF-based security control assessments
• Strong working knowledge of FISMA NIST SP 800-53 NIST SP 800-53A NIST SP 800-37
• Experience assessing cloud-based systems including inherited controls
• Ability to clearly document technical and non-technical findings for audit-ready reporting
• Understanding of federal cybersecurity compliance requirements and governance processes
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g. CISSP CISA CAP GSLC)

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Masters Degree in in computer science Information Technology Cybersecurity or related field
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Knowledge of cloud security (FedRAMP)
• Experience with security tools (ACAS/Nessus Splunk etc.)
• Project management experience

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical Rx Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected Veterans Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.

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