Assessment Analyst

Fortreum•Leesburg, VA

8d•$87,500 - $95,000

About The Position

Fortreum is seeking an Assessment Analyst with experience performing security assessments in support of FedRAMP and NIST-based frameworks. The role specializes in FedRAMP, PCI, ISO, CMMC, and other NIST-based assessment activities, supporting the company’s growing customer base. This customer-facing position works with delivery team members, clients, stakeholders, and security engineers to conduct assessments and deliver professional services. Travel to client locations may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent job experience.
At least 2 years of professional services experience.
At least 2 years of assessment experience leveraging NIST SP 800-53, specific to cloud environments.
CYSA+ certification.
Proficiency in the Microsoft 365 product suite.
Ability to quickly take on new technologies and concepts.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with team members and clients.
Comfort supporting fast-paced team environments.

Nice To Haves

Ability to validate automated evidence pipelines, such as querying an API and reading or understanding logs.
Basic scripting skills and understanding of JSON.
Basic understanding of Terraform.
Advanced technical certifications, such as AWS Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Engineer, or Microsoft Solutions Architect.

Responsibilities

Conduct interviews with key stakeholders and technical personnel.
Perform technical tests alongside security engineers.
Record meeting minutes and maintain work papers.
Maintain a consistent writing style and approach when documenting security assessment results.
Collaborate with delivery team members to support customer satisfaction and meet project deliverables.
Ensure quality products and services are delivered on time and within allotted hours.
Establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Pursue continuous professional development and industry-specific certifications.
Improve assessment interviewing techniques to gather required information efficiently.
Prepare deliverables and conduct peer reviews of team members’ deliverables.
Travel to client locations and deliver professional services as required.