Cyber Security Controls Assessor III (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Cyber Security Controls Assessor III (Cybersecurity): Conducting rigorous assessments of Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls to ensure alignment with NIST and ITGC frameworks. Focus on identifying control gaps, performing complex data analysis via Excel, and guiding IT teams through remediation.

Location: Oakland, CA (USA)

Salary: $106,100 – $151,800

Company

hirify.global is a staffing and technical recruitment firm providing specialized talent for IT and engineering roles.

What you will do

• Lead IAM compliance testing cycles from initial walkthroughs and design validation to final reporting.
• Develop audit-ready documentation and narratives that meet rigorous internal and external standards.
• Proactively identify IT control gaps and provide actionable remediation guidance to IT teams.
• Perform technical analytics on large datasets using advanced Excel to validate access patterns.
• Conduct control walkthroughs with technical system owners and serve as a trusted advisor to Security teams.
• Coordinate multiple audit workstreams and evidence collection under tight deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in IT Audit or IT Compliance focusing on ITGC and NIST.
• Deep mastery of IAM control concepts, including Access Provisioning, Recertification, and Segregation of Duties.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, complex formulas, XLOOKUP) for data-driven testing.
• Ability to articulate complex technical gaps to both developers and non-technical management.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; role is based in Oakland, CA

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and GRC tools.
• Deep familiarity with the COBIT control framework.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for temporary assignments lasting 13+ weeks.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Statutory sick pay where required.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.