Security Controls Assessor

Security Controls Assessor Cloud/Infrastructure

Blu Omega is actively seeking several experienced Security Control Assessors to join our team with a focus on program-scale assessments. These roles are 100% remote but travel will be expected for the onsite portion of the assessment. This role involves working within a highly visible large scale program that oversees hundreds of unique IT systems. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in assessing systems annually, with a streamlined approach that involves moving from one assessment directly to the next. Assessments are scheduled at a cadence of approximately once every six weeks. Responsibilities include:

• Conduct Security Control Assessments (SCA) on a rotating schedule
• Manage and assess the security compliance of non traditional IT systems
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information for assessments.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of assessment results, vulnerabilities, and compliance status.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement corrective action plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide expertise in scaling security measures to meet the unique requirements of diverse IT systems.
• Maintain awareness of emerging threats and industry best practices to continually enhance assessment methodologies.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to be proactive and adaptive.
• Act as a client-facing representative of the organization, engaging with clients professionally and effectively.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience, including at least 2 years of hands-on experience conducting Security Control Assessments
• Proven ability to handle a high volume of assessments, with a focus on program-scale operations
• In-depth knowledge of NIST 853/830 standards
• Demonstrated proficiency in cloud platforms, with a preference for Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Familiarity with Azure or AWS is also acceptable.
• Strong expertise in Linux systems and the ability to apply security measures across a diverse range of IT systems.
• Experience in assessing non-traditional IT systems, particularly in a program-scale context
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a rotating schedule of assessments.
• Effective communication skills to convey complex security concepts to various stakeholders.
• U.S. Citizenship and an Active Secret clearance are mandatory for successful candidates.
• Availability for remote work with occasional travel required, approximately once every 6 weeks.

Salary Range: $90K - $125K Our final salary offer will be based on several factors, including depth of technical skills, work experience, education, certifications, and clearance What Blu Omega Can Offer You:

• Competitive benefits including Health Insurance, 401K w/ match, Paid Time Off and more.
• Results driven culture that embrace our core values
• Rewarding work contributing to our Nation's mission critical programs

Blu Omega is a Woman Owned Small Business Federal Technology services firm headquartered in Washington DC and supporting clients nationally. We provide Technology solutions for enterprise and government customers. Our team has a past performance in a diverse range of programs including those for Data Management, Cloud/Infrastructure, Software Development and Enterprise Applications. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.