Security Controls Assessor

Apex Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

ESPP and other benefits

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Richmond, VA is seeking a Security Controls Assessor to evaluate information systems, controls, and processes for risks and compliance gaps. You will lead assessments, review documentation, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen risk management practices.

The role requires 3–5+ years in information security, familiarity with NIST/ISO 27001, and strong written and verbal communication to convey findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information security, CS, IT, or equivalent.
• 3–5+ years in information security, risk management, audit, or compliance.
• Experience conducting security assessments and using security frameworks.
• Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience collaborating across technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of security controls to identify risks, vulnerabilities, and control deficiencies.
• Review and validate policies, procedures, technical documentation, and control evidence.
• Document findings, recommendations, and risk observations.
• Utilize automated evidence collection, monitoring solutions, and reporting tools to support assessment activities.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and recurring control issues.
• Apply consistent assessment methodologies and risk evaluation practices.
• Evaluate controls against internal requirements, regulatory expectations, and industry security frameworks.

Skills

Security assessments

Risk management

Policy review

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, CS, IT or related

Tools

Monitoring tools

Automation tooling

Job description

About The Role

The Security Controls Assessor evaluates information systems, processes, and controls to identify risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps. This individual conducts security assessments, collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders, and provides practical recommendations to strengthen security and risk management practices.

What You Will Do

Security Assessments & Compliance

• Conduct assessments of security controls to identify risks, vulnerabilities, and control deficiencies.
• Review and validate policies, procedures, technical documentation, and control evidence.
• Document findings, recommendations, and risk observations.
• Utilize automated evidence collection, monitoring solutions, and reporting tools to support assessment activities.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and recurring control issues.
• Apply consistent assessment methodologies and risk evaluation practices.
• Evaluate controls against internal requirements, regulatory expectations, and industry security frameworks.

Advisory & Collaboration

• Provide guidance to business and technology stakeholders on security best practices and risk mitigation strategies.
• Partner with system owners, architects, engineers, and security teams to address identified risks.
• Communicate assessment results and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on security, compliance, automation, and process improvements.

Risk Analysis & Reporting

• Translate technical findings into clear and actionable insights.
• Identify recurring risk themes and control weaknesses.
• Support discussions regarding remediation priorities and risk management strategies.
• Assist stakeholders in understanding the potential impact of security and compliance issues.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Contribute to the enhancement of assessment processes through automation and analytics.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and transparency in assessment activities.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the adoption of continuous monitoring and modern assessment techniques.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, risk management, audit, compliance, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting security assessments and working with security or compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience collaborating across technical and business teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Security+, or similar.
• Experience within governance, risk, compliance, audit, or assurance functions.
• Familiarity with security automation, monitoring, compliance, or analytics platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and associated security considerations.
• Experience with security control testing, compliance validation, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Understanding of secure development practices and modern security operations concepts.

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex technical and risk-related information.
• Sound judgment and risk-based decision-making capabilities.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence outcomes and build consensus across diverse teams.

Company Overview

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• on-demand training program, access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

ADA Accommodation

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

Company Address

4400 Cox Road, Suite 200, Glen Allen, Virginia 23060