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Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor -OH

Cleveland, OH · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

Security Controls Assessor -OH Cloud/Infrastructure Blu Omega is actively seeking several ... The roles will primarily be remote with occasional assessments completed onsite. This role involves ...

Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor-TX

Houston, TX · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

Security Controls Assessor-TX Cloud/Infrastructure Blu Omega is actively seeking several ... Availability for remote work with occasional travel required, approximately once every 6 weeks.

Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor-FL

Merritt Island, FL · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

Security Controls Assessor-FL Cloud/Infrastructure Merritt Island, Florida Feb 5, 2026 Blu Omega is ... The roles will primarily be remote with occasional assessments completed onsite. This role involves ...

Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor-FL

Bethesda, MD · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

Security Controls Assessor-FL Cloud/Infrastructure Merritt Island, Florida Feb 5, 2026 Blu Omega is ... The roles will primarily be remote with occasional assessments completed onsite. This role involves ...

Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor- VA

Hampton, VA · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

Security Controls Assessor- VA Cloud/Infrastructure Blu Omega is actively seeking several ... The roles will primarily be remote with occasional assessments completed onsite. This role involves ...

Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor-FL

Merritt Island, FL · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

Security Controls Assessor-FL Cloud/Infrastructure Merritt Island, Florida Feb 5, 2026 Blu Omega is ... The roles will primarily be remote with occasional assessments completed onsite. This role involves ...

Blu Omega

Security Controls Assessor -MD

Greenbelt, MD · Remote

$70K - $105K/yr

The roles will primarily be remote with occasional assessments completed onsite. This role involves ... Conduct Security Control Assessments (SCA) on a rotating schedule * Manage and assess the security ...

Avint

Senior Controls Assessor (RMF / ATO Expert)

Avint is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Controls Assessor (RMF / ATO Expert) to support and protect ... Experience conducting security control assessments and authorization activities (e.g., NIST RMF)

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How much do remote security controls assessor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote security controls assessor in the United States is $58.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.48 and $68.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Security Controls Assessor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Security Controls Assessor, you need a solid understanding of information security frameworks, risk management practices, and compliance standards, often supported by a degree in cybersecurity or related certifications like CISSP, CISA, or Security+. Familiarity with security assessment tools, vulnerability scanners, and compliance management platforms is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication skills help you excel when evaluating controls and reporting findings remotely. These skills are essential to ensure accurate risk identification and maintain regulatory compliance while collaborating efficiently from a distance.

What challenges might I face as a Remote Security Controls Assessor, and how can I overcome them?

As a Remote Security Controls Assessor, one common challenge is effectively evaluating technical and administrative controls without being physically present at client sites. This often requires strong communication skills to coordinate with on-site staff, request and interpret evidence remotely, and clarify any ambiguities. Leveraging secure collaboration tools, maintaining clear documentation, and setting regular check-ins with clients can help address these challenges. Additionally, staying up to date with remote assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks will ensure thorough and accurate evaluations.

What are Remote Security Controls Assessors?

Remote Security Controls Assessors are professionals who evaluate and verify the effectiveness of an organization's security measures, policies, and procedures without being physically present on-site. They use a variety of tools and methods to assess compliance with security standards, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend improvements. Working remotely, these assessors often conduct interviews, review documentation, and perform technical tests to ensure that the organization's information systems are secure and meet regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Remote Security Controls Assessor vs Security Analyst?

AspectRemote Security Controls AssessorSecurity Analyst
CertificationsISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CISSP, CISACISSP, Security+
Work EnvironmentRemote or on-site, focusing on compliance assessmentsTypically office-based, analyzing security data and incidents
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, consulting firms, large corporationsFinancial institutions, tech companies, healthcare

The Remote Security Controls Assessor primarily evaluates security controls for compliance, often working remotely, while the Security Analyst monitors and analyzes security threats and incidents. Both roles require security certifications, but the assessor focuses on audits and controls, whereas the analyst emphasizes threat detection and response.

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Infographic showing various Remote Security Controls Assessor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,236 per year, or $58.8 per hour.
Security Controls Assessor / OSCAL (Part Time, Remote)

Security Controls Assessor / OSCAL (Part Time, Remote)

TestPros

Sterling, VA • Remote

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Company Overview:

TestPros is a successful and growing business, established in 1988 to provide Information Technology (IT) technical support services to a wide range of Commercial and U.S. Federal, State, and Local Government customers. Our capabilities include Program Management, Program Oversight, Process Audit, Intelligence Analysis, Cyber Security, NIST 800-53, NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC Consulting/Assessment/Compliance, PCI Compliance, HIPAA, SOC 2, GLBA, Zero Trust, Resiliency, Computer Forensics, Software Supply Chain Assurance, Software Testing, Test Automation, Section 508 and WCAG Accessibility Assessment and Remediation, Localization Testing, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V), Quality Assurance (QA), Compliance, and Research and Development (R&D) services. TestPros is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position:  Part time (as needed, 1099 or Corp. to Corp)
Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience conducting independent security control compliance assessments using guidelines from NIST (800-53, 800-171) and assessment automation via OSCAL (Open Security Controls Assessment Language).  You must have security controls and OSCAL experience in both U.S. Government and Commercial environments.  FedRAMP experience is a plus...
Required Qualifications

  • Proven OSCAL experience (at least two years).
  • 5+ years of hands-on security controls assessment and development of Security Assessment Plan (SAP), Security Assessment Report (SAR) and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
  • Experience with RegScale, Paramify, or similar tools.
  • Experience with government, public sector, or municipal IT environments is highly preferred.
  • Ability to write clear, professional, and actionable technical reports.
  • Full U.S. Citizenship, and ability to pass an extensive background check.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with NIST 800-53 based ATO assessment, NIST 800-171/CMMC assessment, and/or HIPAA assessment.
  • Ability to produce a set of interoperable, extensible, machine-readable formats that supports a broad range of control-based risk management processes (XML-, JSON-, and YAML-based formats that allow for lossless translations between XML, JSON, and YAML representations).
  • Familiarity with U.S. Government security policy requirements.
  • Experience coordinating with multi-agency or cross-organizational IT teams.
  • Expertise with common tools such as Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus/Tenable, and Wireshark.
Engagement Details

  • Estimated Start: April 2026

  • Estimated Duration: TBD

  • Work Location: Fully Remote

  • Clearances: Not required, but government experience is a plus

Benefits

TestPros offers a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, opportunities for professional growth, cell phone discounts, and much more!  All benefits are per TestPros current policies and are subject to change without notice.  Benefits are available to full-time employees.​

TestPros, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, or protected veteran status.

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