Senior Security Controls Assessor Security Clearance

Position: Senior Security Controls Assessor with Security Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Security Control Assessor to support a high-visibility National Security contract in Arlington, VA (100% onsite) . The Senior SCA will bring advanced cybersecurity assessment experience, deep knowledge of DoD RMF and NIST frameworks, and the ability to deliver independent risk determinations supporting cutting-edge AI/ML and data-driven mission systems. The Senior SCA will play a critical role in evaluating system security posture, advising Authorizing Officials, and ensuring compliance while articulating real-world risk across complex enterprise environments.

Responsibilities of the Senior Security Control Assessor Representative include:
* Lead Risk Assessments:
Provide independent, authoritative risk determinations and recommendations to the Authorizing Official for Authority to Operate decisions
* Conduct Security Assessments:
Develop Security Assessment Plans, execute control assessments, and produce Security Assessment Reports
* Drive RMF Execution:
Apply DoD RMF methodologies to identify baselines, evaluate controls, and assess system security posture Qualifications of the Senior Security Control Assessor include:
* 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, including senior-level risk management, assessment, or GRC roles
* Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops , CI/CD pipelines, and automated security controls
* Hands-on experience with GRC tools such as eMASS, Xacta, or similar platforms
* Experience evaluating STIGs, Cloud Compliance Guides, and FedRAMP requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred or equivalent experience)
* Active TS/SCI Clearance
* Active IAT/IAM II Certification Compensation for the Senior Security Control Assessor include:
* Salary Range: $150,000 - $160,000 depending on experience
* Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick leave as required by law #LI-MZ1 #LI-ONSITE SEO , A&A, Authorization to Operate, ATO, cybersecurity, GRC, eMASS, Xacta, NIST, FedRAMP, STIGs, cloud security, AWS, Azure, GCP, Dev Sec Ops , CI/CD, risk assessment, POA&M, SAR, SAP, TS clearance, SCI eligible, Arlington VA, onsite cybersecurity jobs, federal cybersecurity, security architecture, enterprise security, AI/ML systems, defense technology