Senior Associate, Security & Compliance (Hands-On)

SecureIT; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SecureIT is seeking a Sr. Associate to perform advanced assessment and advisory work on client engagements under Manager supervision. You will own workstreams, deliver high-quality outputs, and guide Associates while managing delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

The role emphasizes client-facing details, independence, and ongoing knowledge-sharing to improve playbooks and processes. Growth toward Manager-level responsibilities is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of security and compliance experience in professional services.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 or related frameworks.
• Experience contributing to assessment or advisory engagements, including evidence review and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on execution of assigned assessment/advisory tasks with minimal oversight.
• Produce high-quality deliverables (e.g., control assessments, evidence reviews, findings, documentation) on schedule.
• Self-QA work product before submission and incorporate Manager feedback promptly.
• Track and report status and hours for assigned tasks to the Manager.
• Flag scope, timeline, or quality risks within their workstream to the Manager.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and technical direction to Associates on the engagement.
• Help onboard new or junior team members to project tools, processes, and expectations.

Skills

Security & compliance

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

SecureIT is seeking a Sr. Associate to perform advanced assessment and advisory work on client engagements under Manager supervision. You will own workstreams, deliver high-quality outputs, and guide Associates while managing delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

The role emphasizes client-facing details, independence, and ongoing knowledge-sharing to improve playbooks and processes. Growth toward Manager-level responsibilities is encouraged.