Security Analyst/Security Control Assessor - Washington, D.C.

Yakshna Solutions, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Training and professional development assistance

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in Herndon, Virginia is seeking a Security Analyst/Security Control Assessor. The role requires strong communication skills, experience in IT security, and familiarity with AWS and RMF. A bachelor's degree and relevant certifications are required. This position offers a salary of $90,000 - $100,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in IT security.
• Familiar with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST 800-53 Rev 5 controls.
• Experience using CSAM or other RMF-approved system.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments and ensure compliance with established security controls.
• Focus on both on-premise and cloud environments, particularly AWS.
• Maintain public trust security clearance for the role.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or relevant field

Tools

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

CompTIA Security+

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Job description

We strive to attract and retain the brightest people and offer different job experiences with a full range of challenges and rewards.

We help companies realize and implement IT solutions strategically. Yakshna Solutions supports our client’s mission and goals by sharing our know-how, skills and knowledge. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer.

Working with Yakshna gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills, and abilities. You can build a network of peers, mentors and advance your career! We offer exciting opportunities to work with leading industry experts, business consultants and IT specialists across large government and private sector companies. The people who work in Yakshna are as diverse as our services. We recognize the crucial importance of each individual to our success and offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and innovative training.

Opportunities here exist across many services and across many US states. Don’t forget to refer your friends to earn cash for qualified referrals! Based on your relevant profile and our current requirements, our recruitment team will contact you as soon as possible.

Open Jobs

Oct 20 2025

719003 Security Analyst/Security Control Assessor

Yakshna Solutions, Inc ., (YSI) is a CMMI Level 3 assessed, ISO 9001, 20000:1, 27001 certified, woman-owned small business enterprise, headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, USA. YSI provides professional IT solutions and services to business corporations and government organizations. YSI is committed to serving its business communities as a leading IT vendor providing innovative, quality, and cost-effective IT business solutions and services.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes the following: 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, paid time off, training, and professional development assistance.

YSI is seeking a highly qualified Security Analyst/Security Control Assessor. The selected candidate will be able to communicate effectively (written/verbal), possess strong interpersonal skills, be self‑motivated, and be innovative in a fast‑paced environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• The candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in IT or another relevant field of study.
• They must have 2+ years of experience and hold the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification and/or one of the following certifications:
  • CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP or CASP+), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• This SCA will also focus on both on‑premise environments as well as cloud‑based platforms, particularly the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment.
• Must be familiar with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the NIST 800‑53 Rev 5 controls.
• They must have experience using CSAM or other RMF‑approved system of record.
• Public trust security clearance required.
• US Citizenship required/No C2C – W‑2 Only

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 Annually with Benefits

YSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.