{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c8b3e4942e940efdbfe55e1f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c8b3e4942e940efdbfe55e1f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c8b3e4942e940efdbfe55e1f","title":"IT System Assessor","description":"Job Family:\nIT Cyber Security\n\nTravel Required:\nUp to 10%\n\nClearance Required:\nAbility to Obtain Public Trust\nWhat You Will Do:\nEvaluate Enterprise IT infrastructure Systems including tasks such as:\nConduct security control assessments through an independent (firewalled) team.\nPerform interviews, test controls, develop Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and create Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs).\nAssess Authority to Operate (ATO) packages for accuracy and completeness.\nImplement rigorous quality standards and provide technical support for ATO package completion.\nDevelop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SA&A, ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and periodic reviews for updates.\nIdentify key roles (AO, CISO, System Owner, etc.) and develop a matrix of cybersecurity responsibilities for each FISMA system.\nFocus on minimizing risks to PII/PHI/Sensitive data, maintaining robust Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and staying current with privacy laws and regulations.\nAdvise senior management on privacy and data protection best practices.\n\nWhat You Will Need:\nMinimum of THREE (3) years of experience in Risk Management Framework / Security Assessment and Authorization.\nRMF Experience in developing complete ATO packages for systems; including SSP, FIPS 199, E-Authentication, PTA/PIA, Incident Response Plan, Contingency Plan, and Configuration Management Plan.\nExperience in developing and conducting IR table-top tests and CP functional tests.\nMust be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD \"PUBLIC TRUST\"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.\nExperience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-37.\nExperience with cloud systems and SaaS products, and understanding of the FedRAMP requirements.\nAt least one of the following Certifications:\nCISA\nCISSP\nCompTIA Security+ CE Certified Professional\nCompTIA Network+ CE Certified Professional\nCertified Cloud Certificates (AWS, Azure, and/or Google)\nExperience with assessing 2 of the 8 types of platforms/systems noted:\nICAM Solution (Active Directory, SailPoint and CyberArk experience is preferred). Network – firewalls, IDS/IPS, switches, Routers, VPN Cloud Hosting (experience with at least 2 of 3 – AWS, Azure, Google) On-premise Hosting (Windows and Linux platforms) Microsoft 365 Tenant Third Party SaaS Platforms High Performance Computing Systems AI applications and Systems\n\nWhat Would Be Nice To Have:\nExperience with the DOJ’s CSAM GRC platform.\nExperience as software developer – capable of building dashboards within suites like Microsoft Power BI and Power App. Capable of configuring APIs with security tools into dashboards (such as Tenable, Splunk, and GRC Platforms including CSAM).\nExperience with conducting vulnerability scans and remediation findings.\nExperience with security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable, BigFix, Microsoft Purview, Symantec DLP, Sentinel, CloudWatch, Security Center).\n1+ years of experience as IT system administrator or engineer. Experience can include:\nSystem maintenance in configuration and patching for On-premise servers and databases.\nDeployed and managed cloud hosted environments, configured and refined network connections and security monitoring integrations.\nIntegrated third-party SaaS products with cloud environment, or collaboration Tenants like Microsoft 365.\nMaintained network components from firewalls, IDS/IPS to VPN solution.\nDeveloped and deployed web application software.\n#LI-DNI\nThe annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.\n\nWhat We Offer:\nGuidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.\nBenefits include:\nMedical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance\nPersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays\nParental Leave\n401(k) Retirement Plan\nGroup Term Life and Travel Assistance\nVoluntary Life and AD&D Insurance\nHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\nTransit and Parking Commuter Benefits\nShort-Term & Long-Term Disability\nTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities\nEmployee Referral Program\nCorporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach\nCare.com annual membership\nEmployee Assistance Program\nSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)\nPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus\nAbout Guidehouse\nGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.\nGuidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.\nIf you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.\nAll communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.\nIf any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.\nGuidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. 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Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.\nExperience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-37.\nExperience with cloud systems and SaaS products, and understanding of the FedRAMP requirements.\nAt least one of the following Certifications:\nCISA\nCISSP\nCompTIA Security+ CE Certified Professional\nCompTIA Network+ CE Certified Professional\nCertified Cloud Certificates (AWS, Azure, and/or Google)\nExperience with assessing 2 of the 8 types of platforms/systems noted:\nICAM Solution (Active Directory, SailPoint and CyberArk experience is preferred). 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Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.\n\nWhat We Offer:\nGuidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.\nBenefits include:\nMedical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance\nPersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays\nParental Leave\n401(k) Retirement Plan\nGroup Term Life and Travel Assistance\nVoluntary Life and AD&D Insurance\nHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\nTransit and Parking Commuter Benefits\nShort-Term & Long-Term Disability\nTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities\nEmployee Referral Program\nCorporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach\nCare.com annual membership\nEmployee Assistance Program\nSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)\nPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus\nAbout Guidehouse\nGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.\nGuidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.\nIf you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.\nAll communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.\nIf any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.\nGuidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.","datePosted":"2026-08-05T13:06:07.875Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T13:06:07.875Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Guidehouse Digital","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Washington","addressRegion":"DC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c8b3e4942e940efdbfe55e1f"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c8b3e4942e940efdbfe55e1f"}}