Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Specialist

Job Description

Seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Specialist to provide expert technical guidance and analysis for cybersecurity initiatives, including supply chain risk management. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support assessment execution, conducting security assessments and testing, analyzing results, documenting risks, and recommending countermeasures. Additional duties involve identifying and reporting system vulnerabilities, reviewing program-level documentation, developing security evaluation test plans, supporting the implementation of security policies, ensuring compliance with frameworks and regulations, performing risk assessments, coordinating with cross-functional teams, leading technical exchange meetings, and preparing briefings for leadership.

Qualifications

1. Master’s degree (MS/MA) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. 2. Minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or assessment operations. 3. Experience supporting federal or highly regulated environments preferred. 4. Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or other relevant industry certifications

Benefits

- Health insurance - 401(k) matching - Flexible work hours - Paid time off - Professional development opportunities