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System One

Junior Security Control Assessor

Bethesda, MD · Remote

$100K - $115K/yr

Bethesda, MD (mostly remote, occasional onsite required) Work schedule: 40 hrs/week Compensation ... You'll work under a senior assessor and help evaluate security control implementation, validate ...

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... formal Security Control Assessment (SCA) and Final Assessment Report (SAR) validation for the same systems. This position is remote first, with periodic on-site support in the Washington, DC ...

Avint

Security Controls Assessor (SCA) - Senior

Requirements Security Assessment and Validation • Lead comprehensive security control assessments of complex information systems using interview, examination, and testing methods. • Verify ...

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A Remote Security Control Assessor evaluates and ensures that an organization's security controls comply with industry standards and regulations. They perform risk assessments, analyze security policies, and recommend improvements to enhance cybersecurity. Working remotely, they assess systems, review documentation, and collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders. Their goal is to identify vulnerabilities and ensure that security frameworks align with compliance requirements such as NIST, ISO 27001, or FedRAMP.

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To thrive as a Remote Security Control Assessor, you need expertise in information security frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and IT auditing, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or a related field. Familiarity with assessment tools (like Nessus or NIST compliance checklists), experience with GRC (governance, risk, compliance) platforms, and relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISA are highly valued. Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication abilities help remote assessors excel, especially when working independently or with cross-functional teams. These skills are critical for accurately evaluating security controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and communicating findings effectively in a remote work environment.

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A Remote Security Control Assessor typically reviews security policies, analyzes technical controls, and conducts risk assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements. Daily tasks often include evaluating documentation, coordinating virtual meetings with stakeholders, preparing assessment reports, and recommending remediation actions for identified vulnerabilities. You’ll collaborate with IT teams, compliance officers, and management to gather evidence and share assessment findings. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, as much of the work is self-directed and relies on effective remote coordination with clients and internal teams.

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Junior Security Control Assessor

System One

Bethesda, MD • Remote

$100K - $115K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Location: Bethesda, MD (mostly remote, occasional onsite required) Work schedule: 40 hrs/week Compensation: $100,000–$115,000/year Target start: by end of August 2026 Clearance / Public Trust: Public Trust eligibility (Tier 2/3) required

About the role

We’re hiring a Junior Security Control Assessor to support independent security control assessments across the system authorization lifecycle. You’ll work under a senior assessor and help evaluate security control implementation, validate evidence, and document results in alignment with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5, using JCAM practices.

This is a great fit for someone who enjoys cybersecurity compliance, evidence-based assessments, and strong technical writing—without being the person who authors the entire authorization package.

What you’ll do

  • Support independent Security Control Assessments (SCAs) across the authorization lifecycle
  • Review and validate security authorization documentation (SSP, SAP, SAR, POA&M, contingency plans, and supporting artifacts)
  • Assess security control implementation through documentation review, interviews, and technical validation
  • Help evaluate cloud security packages and inherited controls (as applicable)
  • Document findings, recommendations, and remediation activities clearly and professionally
  • Assist with evidence validation and remediation tracking
  • Partner with system owners and ISSOs while maintaining assessor independence

Required qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Information Systems (or similar)
    • OR 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
  • Experience: 3–5 years supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, security assessments, compliance, or IT operations
  • Working knowledge of:
    • NIST RMF (800-37) and NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5
    • JCAM methodology
  • Experience reviewing security documentation and assessment evidence/artifacts
  • Strong analytical skills and technical writing ability

Preferred (nice to have)

  • Experience with eMASS or similar GRC platforms
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP, cloud security concepts, C-SCRM, and related federal security frameworks
  • Experience supporting independent audits/assessments (e.g., external review organizations)

Tools/tech exposure (helpful)

  • JCAM
  • Tenable
  • CrowdStrike
  • Splunk / Splunk Enterprise
  • AWS
  • Python (plus)

Certifications (preferred, not all required)

  • ISC2 CC or CGRC
  • CompTIA Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, CASP+
  • CEH
  • Microsoft SC-900

  • System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

    System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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