Security Control Assessor

Edgewater Federal Solutions • Oak Ridge, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Security Control Assessor to join our team in Oak Ridge, TN. This role involves implementing and maintaining security controls, supporting system authorization, monitoring security posture, and preparing systems for security assessments.

Requirements

• Associate's degree and 5-10 years of relevant experience; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizenship is required per contract.
• Firm understanding of NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53
• General understanding of cyber requirements and knowledge of cyber controls
• Ability to interpret cyber security plans for vendors to determine compliance with NIST requirements.
• Ability to communicate with vendor IT and Cyber staff.

Nice To Haves

• CNSSI 1253 experience a plus
• CMMC Professional Certification (CCP)
• CMMC Assessor Certification (CCA)
• NIST security controls training

Responsibilities

• Implements and maintains security controls aligned with approved baselines and organizational requirements.
• Supports system authorization activities, including the development and maintenance of security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Monitors system security posture and identifies risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps.
• Tracks and manages POA&Ms and coordinates remediation activities with system stakeholders.
• Assesses the security impact of system changes and supports configuration and change management processes.
• Supports continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability management and security reporting.
• Serves as a security liaison between system teams, cybersecurity operations, and governance bodies.
• Prepares systems for security assessments, audits, and Authorizing Official reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree