Security Control Assessor Representative Security Clearance

Position: Security Control Assessor Representative with Security Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Security Control Assessor Representative to support a company focused on delivering mission-critical cybersecurity and national security solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. This position is 100% on-site in Arlington, VA. The Senior Security Control Assessor Representative will lead independent risk assessments, advise Authorizing Officials, and ensure secure, compliant authorization of advanced AI/ML and data-driven mission systems.

This role directly supports the protection of national security systems and enables trusted decision-making across high-impact DoD missions. Responsibilities for the Senior Security Control Assessor Representative include:
* Provide independent risk determinations and recommendations to Authorizing Officials in support of ATO decisions

* Lead and execute RMF-based security assessments, including SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms, and authorization packages

* Advise senior DoD leadership, Program Managers, and AOs on system risk posture and authorization outcomes

* Evaluate system architectures, enterprise networks, and cloud environments for security impact and compliance

* Support continuous monitoring, Ongoing Authorization (OVL), and agile/Dev Sec Ops  authorization processes

Required Qualifications for the Senior Security Control Assessor Representative include:
* 10+ years of cybersecurity experience with senior-level RMF, assessment, or GRC responsibilities

* Expert knowledge of DoD RMF, NIST frameworks, STIGs, FedRAMP, and cloud security models (AWS, Azure, GCP)

* Strong skills in system architecture analysis, networking fundamentals, risk assessment, and technical writing

* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
* Active TS clearance (SCI eligible) and active IAT/IAM Level II certification Compensation for the Senior Security Control Assessor Representative include:
* Salary Range: $140,000-$180,000 depending on experience

* Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law #LI-LT1