Information Assurance/Security Controls Assessor (15.34)

OCT Consulting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with 3% employer contribution

Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays

Life Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term disability benefits

Training benefits

Job summary

A consulting firm in Washington, DC is looking for an Information Assurance/Security Controls Assessor to conduct assessments of security controls and analyze vulnerabilities. Candidates must have a BA/BS in an IT-related field, relevant certifications, and a background check is required. This contract position offers a base salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• 2‑4 years of experience AND hold AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification OR other relevant certifications.
• Proof of certifications required.
• Passing a background check required.
• Onsite presence required at least one day per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth assessments of management, operations, and technical security controls.
• Analyze information and prepare reports describing vulnerability levels of the network.
• Document and plan remediation of vulnerabilities.

Skills

Familiarity with RMF and NIST 800‑53 Rev 5 controls

Experience using CSAM or another RMF‑approved system of record

Education

BA/BS degree in IT related field

Job description

Information Assurance/Security Controls Assessor (15.34)

Base pay range: $55,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

This is a contract position for a federal client, contingent upon contract award. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, hold a BA/BS degree in an IT related field, and possess the certifications listed below.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth assessments of management, operations, and technical security controls.
• Analyze information and prepare reports describing vulnerability levels of the network.
• Document and plan remediation of vulnerabilities, and provide continuous monitoring of network security.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen
• BA/BS degree in IT related field
• Familiarity with RMF and NIST 800‑53 Rev 5 controls
• Experience using CSAM or another RMF‑approved system of record
• 2‑4 years of experience AND hold AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification
  • OR 2‑4 years of experience AND one of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP/CASP+), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Proof of certifications required
• Passing a background check required
• Onsite presence required at least one day per week

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 3% employer contribution
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term disability benefits
• Training benefits

Salary Range

$55,000-$75,000 yearly, commensurate with experience and education.

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a minority‑owned, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) that provides professional services and information technology solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. Since 2013, we have delivered successful engagements at major federal agencies. We are committed to equal opportunity for all individuals, ensuring fair treatment and equal access regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability. We focus on professional growth and merit‑based advancement.