Cyber Security Controls Assessor
About The Position
Pivot Point Solutions (PPS) is seeking a Cyber Security Controls Assessor to support the protection of critical energy infrastructure through the assessment and validation of cybersecurity controls across enterprise and operational technology (OT) environments. This role evaluates compliance with cybersecurity policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems supporting electric and gas utility operations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in security assessments, risk management, compliance, and control validation, with a focus on protecting critical infrastructure and supporting regulatory obligations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field; or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, audit, or security controls assessment
- Experience performing security assessments and evaluating cybersecurity controls
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls, and risk management methodologies
- Experience with regulatory compliance programs and audit support
- Strong analytical, communication, and technical documentation skills
- Ability to communicate security risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Experience within electric utilities, critical infrastructure, energy, or other regulated industries
- Knowledge of NERC CIP standards and compliance requirements
- Experience assessing OT, SCADA, ICS, or energy management systems
- Familiarity with cloud security environments (Azure, AWS)
- Experience with GRC platforms
- Professional certifications: CISSP, CISA, CRISC, GICSP, Security+, or equivalent
Responsibilities
- Conduct cybersecurity control assessments for enterprise IT, cloud, and OT/industrial control system environments
- Evaluate security controls against NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NERC CIP, CIS Controls, and security policies
- Identify security risks, control deficiencies, and compliance gaps, and recommend corrective actions
- Prepare assessment reports detailing findings, risk ratings, remediation recommendations, and control effectiveness
- Partner with cybersecurity, engineering, IT, OT, compliance, and business stakeholders on risk identification and management
- Validate implementation and effectiveness of security controls for new projects, system upgrades, and technology deployments
- Support internal audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance initiatives related to critical infrastructure protection
- Track remediation activities and validate closure of cybersecurity findings
- Maintain assessment methodologies, standards, and procedures supporting cybersecurity programs
- Mentor junior assessors and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
