Security Control Assessor

Job Description

Job Description

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) has created this Evergreen Talent Pool post for gathering qualified candidates for a position relating to Security Control Assessor to support our clients at Washington, DC Area.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

Work that Matters. People that Matter More. At BGS, we believe meaningful work starts with great people. We foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and accountability—where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and make an impact. We care about our employees’ well-being through competitive benefits, clear expectations, and an environment that values both excellence and connection.

If you align with BGS company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

Responsibilities:

General understanding of cyber requirements. Ability to interpret cyber security plans for vendors to determine compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) requirements. Ability to communicate with vendor IT and Cyber staff.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of NIST 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A.
• Ability to assess and document assessment results for NIST SP 800-171 security controls.
• Ability to aggregate risk for NIST SP 800-171 security controls into an overall risk assessment for a non-federal information system processing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) data.
• Knowledge of cyber controls. Familiarity with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements for processing CUI data on non-federal information systems.
• Must be U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), Certification as Certified CMMC Professional (CCP), Certification as Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), Training associated with the assessment of NIST security controls.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• Travel possible.
• Remote.

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.