Security Controls Assessor: Risk & Compliance Specialist

Rividium; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RiVidium Inc. is seeking a Security Control Assessor at an intermediate level to perform independent assessments of security controls across IT systems to determine effectiveness per NIST 800-37.

The role includes planning and conducting security authorization reviews, documenting deviations, and supporting risk mitigation strategies for acquisitions and outsourcing. A Bachelor's degree and IAT/IAM Level 2 certification are required, with compensation in the $135k–$140k range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• IAT/IAM Level 2 certification.
• Experience in risk assessments and compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and approve Accreditation Packages (e.g., ISO/IEC 15026-2).
• Plan and conduct security authorization reviews and assurance case development.
• Review documents to confirm risk levels are acceptable for each app, system, and network.
• Verify security postures and document deviations; recommend actions.
• Develop security compliance processes for external services (cloud/data centers).
• Establish acceptable limits for software, network, or system.
• Perform security reviews and identify gaps; develop risk mitigation plans.
• Conduct risk analyses during major changes and support related documentation.

Skills

Security controls

NIST 800-37

Risk management

Security reviews

Documentation

Vulnerability analysis

Education

Bachelor degree or higher

IAT/IAM Level 2 certification

Job description

RiVidium Inc. is seeking a Security Control Assessor at an intermediate level to perform independent assessments of security controls across IT systems to determine effectiveness per NIST 800-37.

The role includes planning and conducting security authorization reviews, documenting deviations, and supporting risk mitigation strategies for acquisitions and outsourcing. A Bachelor's degree and IAT/IAM Level 2 certification are required, with compensation in the $135k–$140k range.