Junior Security Control Assessor - RMF & NIST Testing

Jimmy Jazz; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharros is seeking a Junior Security Control Assessor to support A&A activities for government systems in a Washington, DC SCIF. You will execute test procedures, conduct vulnerability scans, document findings, and help assemble authorization packages under senior guidance.

Requirements include a 4-year degree (or equivalent experience), familiarity with RMF/NIST controls, and TS/SCI clearance. On-site work and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• BS degree in IT, cybersecurity, information systems or CS, or 4+ years IT/cybersecurity experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship; willing to take a DHS polygraph.
• Knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53A, CNSSI 1253, and vulnerability scanning concepts.

Responsibilities

• Execute security control tests against NIST, CNSSI, and IC standards.
• Run vulnerability/configuration scans and document findings.
• Assemble and review A&A packages and SSPs/POA&Ms.
• Support RMF assessments and Security Test Reports; maintain portfolio status.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Computer Science

Tools

Nessus/ACAS

SCAP Compliance Checker

Nmap

STIG Viewer

RSA Archer

Job description

Tharros is seeking a Junior Security Control Assessor to support A&A activities for government systems in a Washington, DC SCIF. You will execute test procedures, conduct vulnerability scans, document findings, and help assemble authorization packages under senior guidance.

Requirements include a 4-year degree (or equivalent experience), familiarity with RMF/NIST controls, and TS/SCI clearance. On-site work and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.