Junior Control Assessor

Disruptive Solutions, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Disruptive Solutions, LLC in Arlington, VA seeks a security professional to support federal security assessment and authorization programs, assist with security framework development, conduct vulnerability assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities include working with system owners, support teams, developers, and vendors to execute control assessments, track POAMs, and help maintain compliant security posture across DoD, DHS, and

Qualifications

• Familiarity with NIST RMF and federal compliance requirements (e.g., SP 800-37/53/171).
• Experience conducting security assessments on federal systems and managing risk.
• Ability to develop and implement compliance programs and perform risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments.
• Collaborate with system owners, support teams, developers, vendors, and stakeholders to conduct control assessments.
• Ensure POAMs are tracked, managed, and remediated.
• Assist with inventory management for security and privacy assets.
• Support training and awareness activities by developing metrics and reporting program effectiveness.

Skills

NIST RMF

Security assessments

Compliance programs

Authorization to Operate (ATO)

Regulatory communications

Procurement basics

Job description

Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance Requirement: US Citizen
Employment Type:Full Time

About Company

Disruptive Solutions, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering mission-focused cybersecurity and technology solutions for federal and commercial clients. We specialize in advanced cybersecurity operations, AI/ML integration, cloud modernization, data governance, and risk management. With a proven track record supporting agencies like the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Department of Treasury, we deliver innovative solutions that maximize efficiency and strengthen cyber resilience. At our core, we are dedicated partners committed to securing the mission with innovation, integrity, and measurable impact.

Job Summary

The position supports federal security assessment and authorization programs, assists with security framework development, conducts vulnerability assessments, and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments.
  
• Work with system owners, support teams, developers, vendors, and other stakeholders as necessary to conduct control assessments.
  
• Ensure that plans of action and milestones (POAMs) are properly tracked, managed, and remediated.
  
• Assist with inventory management for security and privacy assets.
  
• Support training and awareness activities by developing metrics and producing reports on program effectiveness.
  

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations, such as NIST guidance and OMB memoranda. This includes knowledge of the NIST Risk Management Framework and familiarity with key publications like NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, and 800-171.
  
• Experience conducting security assessments on federal systems.
  
• Experience assessing and mitigating risks associated with cybersecurity and data privacy.
  
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and advising on compliance-related issues.
  
• Experience with the system Authorization to Operate process, including understanding the documentation required, the levels of approval needed, and the most effective ways to manage this process within a federal environment.
  
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and contract language requirements for federal mandates.
  
• Experience communicating complex regulatory and compliance information in a clear and concise manner.
  
• Experience tracking and reporting on training and awareness program performance, including calculating metrics to help measure the effectiveness of security, privacy, and social engineering training.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified
  

Equal Opportunity Statement

Disruptive Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.