
Security Control Assessor at Maveris. Maveris is an IT and cybersecurity services company committed to helping organizations create secure digital solutions to accelerate their mission. Originally founded as a Veteran-owned company, we remain deeply committed to supporting veterans and proudly serving customers across the Federal Government and private sector. We have an opening for a full-time Security Control Assessor to join our talented, dynamic team in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs.. Veterans are encouraged to apply.. Duties. As a Security Control Assessor, you will be trusted to support the delivery of our cybersecurity solutions and services. In this role, you will be a part of a security control assessment team working on the tasks outlined below: . . Conducts independent comprehensive assessments of the management, operational, and technical security controls and control enhancements employed within or inherited by an information technology (IT) system to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls (as defined in NIST SP 800-37). . . Plans and conducts security authorization reviews and assurance case development for initial installation of systems and networks. . . Reviews authorization and assurance documents to confirm that the level of risk is within acceptable limits for each software application, system, and network. . . Verifies that application software/network/system security postures are implemented as stated, document deviations, and recommend required actions to correct those deviations. . . Develops security compliance processes and/or audits for external services (e.g., cloud service providers, data centers). . . . Performs security reviews and identifies security gaps in security architecture resulting in recommendations for inclusion in the risk mitigation strategy. . . Performs risk analysis (e.g., threat, vulnerability, and probability of occurrence) whenever an application or system undergoes a major change. . . Provide input to the Risk Management Framework process activities and related documentation (e.g., system life-cycle support plans, concept of operations, operational procedures, and maintenance training materials).. . . Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required. . Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation). . Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities . . Knowledge of Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Payment Card Industry (PCI), and Personal Health Information (PHI) data security standards. . Experience with Cybersecurity policy, risk management, and threat mitigation. . Experience with security control assessments within the VA using the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) is a plus. . Certifications such as SCA and CISA are a plus. . Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. . Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills. . Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills. . Ability to work collaboratively with a team of peers . . Company Location: United States.