Security Risk Assessor

Fortress Information Security

. Review security assessments in accordance with service level agreements and quality standards .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $67,832 - $94,212 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity control reviews and risk management, with a solid understanding of information security frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and ISO 27001. Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver results in highly regulated industries while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cybersecurity Control ReviewsRisk ManagementInformation Security FrameworksClient Relationship ManagementRegulated Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Operational Risk ManagementSecurity AssessmentsIssue Remediation ReviewsIT General ControlsAudit TerminologyAttention to DetailLogical ThinkingDeadline ManagementAI Tools UtilizationMicrosoft Office Suite

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationSound JudgmentAdaptabilityCollaborationTraining and Oversight

Tools & Technologies

Google ProductsBusiness Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CTPRPCRISCCISACISSPSecurity+

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesEnergyHealthcarePCIGLBANERC CIPHIPAA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review security assessments in accordance with service level agreements and quality standards
Train and oversee the work product of less experienced staff
Deliver assigned workload, commitments, deadlines, and objectives using appropriate tools, methods, frameworks, and professional standards
Work independently while representing department services professionally
Collaborate with internal partners and third parties to enhance, mitigate, and resolve third-party risks
Serve as a key first point of contact for Fortress clients and their third parties
Execute the Validated Controls Assessment (VCA) workflow for assigned clients
Perform issue remediation reviews, identify findings, coordinate vendor plans and dates, and review submitted evidence to recommend closure
Support Managers and Account Leaders with account management activities
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2 years of proven working experience in cybersecurity control reviews, operational risk management, information security, crisis management, security standards/assessments, or risk management
Experience in a customer/client-facing environment
Experience working in highly regulated industries, such as financial services, energy, and/or healthcare
Solid understanding of risk management concepts, particularly around information security, IT general controls, and basic audit terminology and concepts
Understanding of information security frameworks, including NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, and ISO 27001
Attention to detail, sound judgment, logical thinking, and ability to follow established scripts/consistency models, drive tasks to completion, meet deadlines, and adapt to change
Demonstrated professional communication and client relationship skills
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google products, and other business software
Ability to leverage AI tools and independently use and refine prompts
Associates Degree required
Preferred: Big 4 experience; success as a top performer; regulated-industry experience involving PCI, GLBA, NERC CIP, or HIPAA; prioritization and workload-flexing experience; security or risk management certifications such as CTPRP, CRISC, CISA, CISSP, or Security+

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote and Hybrid working environment
Competitive pay structure
Medical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and families
Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) match
Flexible Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certifications
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Employee Referral Programs
Company Sponsored Events