Security Controls Assessor

RayTek Federal Corporation; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onsite work

DOE clearance support

Job summary

RayTek Federal Corporation is seeking a Security Controls Assessor to support a federal client onsite in Oak Ridge, TN. The role focuses on conducting independent assessments of security controls, supporting the RMF process, and maintaining authorization artifacts for programs at the site.

The position is a one-year, fully onsite contract requiring an active DOE Q clearance; no travel is required. Candidates must reside within commutable distance and be able to work onsite for the contract

Qualifications

• Knowledge of RMF processes and security control assessments.
• Ability to prepare and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs) and POA&Ms.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-37 and SP 800-53 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security controls aligned with baselines and requirements.
• Support system authorization activities, including SSPs and POA&Ms.
• Monitor security posture, identify risks and gaps.
• Track and manage POA&Ms and coordinate remediation with stakeholders.
• Assess security impact of changes and support configuration/change management.
• Support continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability management and reporting.
• Serve as security liaison between system teams, cybersecurity operations, and governance bodies.
• Prepare systems for security assessments, audits, and Authorizing Official reviews.
• Deliver System Security Plans (SSPs) in support of ATO.

Job description

RayTek is seeking a Security Controls Assessor to Support a federal client onsite in Oak Ridge, TN.The Security Controls Assessor will support a mission-critical program providing risk management and cybersecurity assessment services to the customer.

In this role, you will conduct independent assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls, support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, and help maintain system authorization documentation and security posture for programs operating at the site. This is a one-year, fully onsite contract position requiring an active DOE Q clearance; no travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security controls aligned with approved baselines and organizational requirements
  
• Support system authorization activities, including the development and maintenance of security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
  
• Monitor system security posture and identify risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps
  
• Track and manage POA&Ms and coordinate remediation activities with system stakeholders
  
• Assess the security impact of system changes and support configuration and change management processes
  
• Support continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability management and security reporting
  
• Serve as a security liaison between system teams, cybersecurity operations, and governance bodies
  
• Prepare systems for security assessments, audits, and Authorizing Official reviews
  
• Deliver System Security Plans (SSPs) to the customer Field Office in support of Approval to Operate (ATO)
  

Requirements

• Active DOE Q security clearance (required at time of application; must be maintained throughout employment)
  
• Firm understanding of NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53; CNSSI 1253 experience a plus
  
• Associate's degree and 5-20 years of relevant experience OR;
  
• Bachelor's degree and 2-15 years of experience OR;
  
• Master's degree and 1-10 years of experience OR;
  
• Ph.D. and 0-5 years of experience
  
• Technical field experience is weighted more heavily than minimum education requirements
  
• Must reside within a commutable distance from Oak Ridge, TN
  
• Ability to work onsite full-time for the duration of a one-year contract
  

RayTek Employee Benefits Highlights

Health and Wellness

• UnitedHealthcare PPO with 100% preventive care
  
• 24/7 telemedicine & behavioral health access
  
• Exercise reimbursement up to $360 per year
  
• Employer HSA match up to $1,200 (individual) or $2,400 (family) annually
  
• 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility and 100% vesting
  
• Employer 401(k) match up to 4% after 1 year
  
• Company-paid Life & AD&D (up to $100,000)
  
• Long-Term Disability: up to $8,000 monthly
  

Work-Life Balance

• 11 paid federal holidays (may vary by program)
  
• Remote flexibility for eligible positions
  

Employee & Family Support

• Day-one eligibility for all benefits
  
• Dependent coverage up to age 26
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential counseling, legal, and financial support
  
• Travel Assistance Program – emergency medical, evacuation, and global support
  
• Referral, commendation, and milestone service bonuses