Copy of SME Security Control Assessor

Summary

Imagineeer delivers secure, AI-ready modernization solutions for federal agencies across health, defense, homeland security, and transportation. The SME Security Control Assessor supports HHS-ACF information system assessments by applying NIST controls and frameworks, gathering evidence, conducting testing, supporting vulnerability analysis and continuous monitoring, and preparing assessment documentation and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Support security control assessment activities
• Gather and organize assessment evidence
• Document security control implementation
• Conduct security testing and evaluations
• Assist with vulnerability scans and analysis
• Create of assessment reports and briefings
• Maintain assessment documentation and tracking sheets
• Lead security control interviews
• Prepare assessment deliverables
• Applying NIST security controls and frameworks
• Support continuous monitoring activities
• Assist with security documentation review
• Contribute to Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) development
• Participate in team meetings and technical discussions

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in security control assessments
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks and security controls
• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Basic technical writing abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Good communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and develop professional skills
• Basic understanding of networking concepts
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security protocols
• Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Security+ certification or in progress
• Basic understanding of FISMA requirements
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools
• Knowledge of basic scripting or programming
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts
• Understanding of basic system administration
• Experience with documentation management systems
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks
• Basic understanding of security assessment methodologies
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices
• Experience with technical documentation
• Interest in federal government cybersecurity
• Basic understanding of privacy principles
• Employment for this position is contingent upon the candidate being a United States citizen and having the ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, in accordance with applicable federal regulations

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in security control assessments
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks and security controls
• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Basic technical writing abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Good communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and develop professional skills
• Basic understanding of networking concepts
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security protocols
• Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Security+ certification or in progress
• Basic understanding of FISMA requirements
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools
• Knowledge of basic scripting or programming
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts
• Understanding of basic system administration
• Experience with documentation management systems
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks
• Basic understanding of security assessment methodologies
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices
• Experience with technical documentation
• Interest in federal government cybersecurity
• Basic understanding of privacy principles
• Employment for this position is contingent upon the candidate being a United States citizen and having the ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, in accordance with applicable federal regulations