Job DescriptionWe are seeking a mission-driven
Security Control Assessor (SCA) to join our cybersecurity team in Rosslyn, VA. As an SCA, you will evaluate, implement, and communicate IT security assessment strategies, while playing a critical role in supporting the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process across classified systems.
This is a 100% onsite position requiring an active TS/SCI clearance.Primary Responsibilities:- Evaluate and implement cybersecurity assessments using standards-based practices.
- Analyze how security controls support system resilience, reliability, and operational change.
- Advise system owners on government-approved mitigation and remediation aligned with RMF processes.
- Apply cybersecurity triad principles (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) and categorize impact levels (High, Moderate, Low).
- Validate inherited controls from hosted or connected systems.
- Ensure proper compliance with Ports, Protocols, and Services (PP&S) and log file handling procedures.
- Promote eMASS usage for documenting Body of Evidence (BOE), POA&Ms, and cyber risk factors.
- Review and verify claims of "Non-Applicable" controls and Organizational Defined Values (ODVs).
- Validate completeness of asset inventories and alignment with compliance requirements.
RequirementsQualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field; or any degree with an active CISSP (required).
- 5-10 years of experience in cybersecurity with direct involvement in RMF and Security Control Assessment activities.
- Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls and their implementation in classified environments.
- Hands-on experience with eMASS for documenting compliance, POA&Ms, and security artifacts.
- Ability to assess risk posture, validate control effectiveness, and support audit readiness.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to work 100% onsite.
BenefitsCore Benefits:- Paid Time Off PTO):TEN (10) Paid days off & FIVE (5) Floating days off.
- Holidays: 11 Paid Holidays. Flex time can be utilized instead of holiday time usage.
- Payroll: Paid Bi-Monthly.
- 401(k): Partnered with the SECOND LARGEST Retirement plan provider in the U.S. Guaranteed 3% match. Eligibility - 21 years of age or older, after 3 months of employment
- Individual or company-wide performance and recognition awards (Quarterly
Health Benefits:- UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO, extensive national coverage.
- INCLUDES: Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA.
- Eligible on the first of the month, immediately after the start date.
- Submit the enrollment form within 30 days of your start date otherwise, you will have to wait until October for the new year enrollment.
Quality of Life Benefits:- Training & Career Development Reimbursement of Tuition and training needed to support career development.
- $150 monthly reimbursement contribution paid monthly towards parking expenses.
- Receipts must be submitted by the close of business on the 25th of each month.
- Reimbursements will be paid on the first payroll AFTER reimbursements are submitted each month.
Special Benefits:- Performance bonus - Project-based
- Yearly bonus - Company based
