Control Validation Security Specialist – (Senior QA/Test Engineer)

Apex Systems; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems seeks a senior Control Validation Security Specialist to independently audit complex systems for proper controls and compliance with DoD standards. The role emphasizes vulnerability assessment, risk evaluation, and security improvements across classified and unclassified networks.

Candidate must hold an active Secret clearance (no sponsorship) and IAT Level II, with 2–4+ years in DoD/NIST RMF/eMASS environments. On-site work at facilities in the Fort Belvoir area is typical.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance (no sponsorship).
• 2-4+ years of DoD/NIST, RMF and eMASS experience.
• Experience with DoD controls, ICAM validation, evidence review, gaps.
• Proficient in Excel and Access for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs IT audits on complex information systems and enclaves.
• Evaluates security levels and ensures compliance with Federal and DoD standards.
• Ensures safety of information systems assets and protection from threats.
• Delivers cybersecurity control validation on classified and unclassified networks.
• Provides technical support in vulnerability assessment and risk management.
• Assists customers with security improvements and evaluations.

Skills

Secret clearance

IAT Level II

DOD/NIST RMF eMASS

Security controls assessment

Evidence review

Gap identification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job#: 3047596

Job Description:

MUST HAVES:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance (no sponsorship) | IAT Level II Certification (please send copy)
• 2-4+ years of DOD/NIST experience, RMF and eMASS experience
• Experience DoD controls, ICAM implementation validation, evidence review, gap identification, and SAP-related environments

CONTROL VALIDATION SECURITY SPECIALIST – SENIOR (QA/Test Engineer) (8 OPENINGS)

• Independently performs IT audits on complex information systems, applications, and enclaves to ensure that appropriate controls exist, are correctly implemented, and that procedures are compliant with Federal and DOD standards.
• Conducts accurate evaluation of the level of security required.
• Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction.
• Works at the highest level of all phases of information systems auditing.
• Provides technical support in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, and security implementation.
• Provides technical evaluations of customer systems and assists with making security improvements.
• Conducts cybersecurity control validation exercises on classified and unclassified networks, applications, and systems to validate the effectiveness of current security measures.
• Weighs business needs against security concerns and analyzes applied mitigations to evaluate whether they meet security requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving security issues.
• Proficiency in basic analytical software such as Microsoft Excel and Access, proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, to include Word, PowerPoint
• Strong skills implementing and configuring networks and networks components.
• Experience weighing business needs against security concerns.
• Experience analyzing applied mitigations to evaluate whether they meet security requirements.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program, access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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