ISSO & GRC Analyst: Lead Cybersecurity Compliance

Quantum Space; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Quantum Space in Rockville, MD is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) / GRC Analyst to lead governance, risk and compliance. You will align policies with NIST SP 800-53/800-171, RMF and CMMC, working with engineering, IT and partners to maintain compliance and improve security posture.

Responsibilities include developing policies, managing SSPs/POA&Ms, coordinating audits, and guiding security controls.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years cybersecurity, GRC, or compliance experience.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800‑53/800‑171, RMF, and CMMC requirements.
• Ability to interpret security requirements and document controls clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support governance, risk, and compliance activities across the organization.
• Maintain security documentation: SSPs, POA&Ms, risk registers.
• Coordinate internal/external audits and readiness activities.
• Ensure security controls are implemented and functioning as intended.
• Assist with continuous monitoring and authorization considerations.

Skills

NIST RMF

CMMC

GRC deliverables

SSP/POAM

IAM/MFA

Education

Bachelor's in IS/CS

Tools

Azure

AWS

SIEM

Vuln Mgmt

Job description

Quantum Space in Rockville, MD is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) / GRC Analyst to lead governance, risk and compliance. You will align policies with NIST SP 800-53/800-171, RMF and CMMC, working with engineering, IT and partners to maintain compliance and improve security posture.

Responsibilities include developing policies, managing SSPs/POA&Ms, coordinating audits, and guiding security controls.