Security Controls Assessor

RayTek Federal Corporation•Oak Ridge, TN

8d•$125,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

RayTek is seeking a Security Controls Assessor to support a federal client onsite in Oak Ridge, TN. The Security Controls Assessor will support a mission-critical program providing risk management and cybersecurity assessment services to the customer. In this role, you will conduct independent assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls, support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, and help maintain system authorization documentation and security posture for programs operating at the site. This is a one-year, fully onsite contract position requiring an active DOE Q clearance; no travel is required.

Requirements

Active DOE Q security clearance (required at time of application; must be maintained throughout employment)
Firm understanding of NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53; CNSSI 1253 experience a plus
Associate's degree and 5-20 years of relevant experience OR; Bachelor's degree and 2-15 years of experience OR; Master's degree and 1-10 years of experience OR; Ph.D. and 0-5 years of experience
Technical field experience is weighted more heavily than minimum education requirements
Must reside within a commutable distance from Oak Ridge, TN
Ability to work onsite full-time for the duration of a one-year contract

Nice To Haves

CNSSI 1253 experience a plus

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain security controls aligned with approved baselines and organizational requirements
Support 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)
Monitor system security posture and identify risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps
Track and manage POA&Ms and coordinate remediation activities with system stakeholders
Assess the security impact of system changes and support configuration and change management processes
Support continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability management and security reporting
Serve as a security liaison between system teams, cybersecurity operations, and governance bodies
Prepare systems for security assessments, audits, and Authorizing Official reviews
Deliver System Security Plans (SSPs) to the customer Field Office in support of Approval to Operate (ATO)

Benefits

Health and Wellness
UnitedHealthcare PPO with 100% preventive care
24/7 telemedicine & behavioral health access
Dental PPO ($1,500 max) & Vision plan ($10 exams, $150 frame allowance)
Exercise reimbursement up to $360 per year
Financial Security
Employer HSA match up to $1,200 (individual) or $2,400 (family) annually
401(k) plan with immediate eligibility and 100% vesting
Employer 401(k) match up to 4% after 1 year
Company-paid Life & AD&D (up to $100,000)
Short-Term Disability: 60% pay / $1,000 weekly
Long-Term Disability: up to $8,000 monthly
Work-Life Balance
11 paid federal holidays (may vary by program)
Remote flexibility for eligible positions
Employee & Family Support
Day-one eligibility for all benefits
Dependent coverage up to age 26
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential counseling, legal, and financial support
Travel Assistance Program – emergency medical, evacuation, and global support
Referral, commendation, and milestone service bonuses