Job Description

Job Summary:

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for an experienced Security Control Assessor (SCA) Team Lead to oversee a small team in conducting thorough evaluations of security controls within information systems on a hybrid basis, in Washington, D.C. The successful candidate will manage the team in assessing management, operational, technical, and privacy controls, ensuring they are effective, properly implemented, and functioning as expected. The SCA Team Lead will act as a key advisor to the government, engage with clients, prioritize tasks, and enhance assessment processes. The role also involves performing technical security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities of the SCA Team Lead:

• Manage and prioritize security control assessment tasks for a team of 7 and oversee 100+ systems.
• Develop and maintain an assessment schedule.
• Collaborate with government clients and the A&A Lead to ensure coordination.
• Innovate and improve assessment processes, introducing new tools and methodologies.
• Review technical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and areas of non-compliance.
• Conduct comprehensive security assessments of information systems, including risk assessments and evaluation of security documentation.
• Assess IT threats and vulnerabilities and provide guidance on necessary safeguards.
• Develop and update assessment procedures, including SOPs, plans, checklists, and templates.
• Provide ongoing training and support to the SCA team to ensure high performance.

Qualifications of the SCA Team Lead:

• 7-12 years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, information technology, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of NIST (Common Controls, Inheritance), FISMA, and Cloud Environments.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and comfortably present to senior client leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for managing team dynamics and client relationships.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to achieve client goals.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate and consistent work.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multi-functional teams.
• Active professional certification required: CISM, CISSP, or GSLC.

Compensation for the SCA Team Lead:

•      Salary Range: $125,000-$135,000 **depending on experience**

•      Benefit Package: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, etc.

•      Hybrid Structure