Senior Security Controls Assessor - Remote, NIST RMF Expert

Aretum, Llc; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aretum is seeking a Senior Security Controls Assessor to independently perform security controls assessments of information systems to ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 Rev 5 and related controls for federal contracts.

This remote role requires handling CUI, occasional travel under 10%, and a background in working with government agencies. Eligible U.S. citizens with Public Trust eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years leading security controls assessments.
• Experience performing assessments while supporting the federal government.
• Understanding of NIST RMF and NIST 800-53 Rev 5.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform all aspects of the security controls assessment in alignment with NIST 800-53 Rev 5.
• Ensure understanding and application of ATO documentation requirements.
• Coordinate testing with stakeholders and team lead; develop a security assessment plan.
• Conduct and lead assessment interviews and tests and manage evidence.
• Provide recommendations to improve security posture.

Skills

Security assessments

NIST RMF

Federal programs

Education

BA/BS in Information Security

Job description

Aretum is seeking a Senior Security Controls Assessor to independently perform security controls assessments of information systems to ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 Rev 5 and related controls for federal contracts.

This remote role requires handling CUI, occasional travel under 10%, and a background in working with government agencies. Eligible U.S. citizens with Public Trust eligibility preferred.