Full-Time

Security Control Assessor

Posted on 8/20/2026

M9 Solutions

M9 Solutions

51-200 employees

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

Compensation Overview

$137k - $152k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Alexandria, VA, USA

In Person

On-site work is required.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
Vulnerability Analysis

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Requirements
  • Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant experience.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • One of the following certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP.
  • An intimate understanding of National Institute of Standards and Technology Risk Management Framework implementation guidance.
  • Hands-on experience using eMASS or similar Information Assurance tools.
  • Experience analyzing vulnerability scans and Security Technical Implementation Guide implementations.
  • Hands-on experience assessing Risk Management Framework Step 4 and performing continuous monitoring.
  • A deep understanding of vulnerability management practices.
Responsibilities
  • Provide the client with tailored documentation to support security authorization.
  • Serve as an independent assessor for Risk Management Framework Steps 0 through 7.
  • Plan and execute security control assessments for various information systems within the organization.
  • Develop and maintain assessment procedures and methodologies aligned with National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines and other relevant frameworks.
  • Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented security controls.
  • Identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential risks in information systems and infrastructure.
  • Prepare detailed Security Assessment Reports documenting findings and recommendations.
  • Collaborate with system owners, Information System Security Officers, and other stakeholders throughout the assessment process.
  • Verify the implementation of remediation actions and conduct follow-up assessments as needed.
  • Provide expert advice on developing and maintaining System Security Plans and Plans of Action and Milestones.
  • Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices.
  • Validate security control implementation and provide test results.
  • Examine security control weaknesses and determine whether they are producing the desired intent.

M9 Solutions provides IT services and solutions to the Federal Government. It focuses on software development, cloud migration and infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery, and data analytics. Its products and services work by mobilizing skilled people and technologies to design, build, secure, and operate digital systems that improve performance and enable modern, sustainable change for government agencies. The company differentiates itself through its combination of domain expertise in federal IT, a focus on secure and stable technology delivery, and its commitment to delivering the digital future by aligning talent with mission needs. The goal is to help public sector organizations achieve better outcomes, resilient operations, and ongoing modernization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • M9 completed CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025, improving defense bid eligibility.
  • NTIS joint venture positioning supports access to federal data modernization work.
  • Leadership bench remains intact in 2026 with COO Ethel Formichelli and founder James McKee.

What critics are saying

  • Sean DuGuay left M9 in December 2024 for Aretum, weakening growth leadership.
  • HigherGov shows no recent awards, signaling thin visible demand through August 2025.
  • Without meaningful new contracts, M9 risks becoming a small, replaceable subcontractor by 2026.

What makes M9 Solutions unique

  • M9 Solutions pairs NTIS data innovation support with federal IT services since 2022.
  • M9 Solutions preserved SPRS affirmation after CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025.
  • Founder James McKee still leads; stable ownership supports specialized federal contracting relationships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

PTO/vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Relocation Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Parental Leave

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Training Programs

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Meal Benefits

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Legal Services

Employee Discounts

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Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 25th, 2023
Former Capgemini Executive Sean DuGuay Joins IT Services Provider M9 Solutions as President & CRO

Sean DuGuay, former Principal of National Security and Defense at Gapgemini Government Solutions, has joined M9 Solutions as President and Chief Revenue Officer, the information technology services and solutions provider announced on Friday.

PR Newswire
May 20th, 2022
M9 Solutions hires David Callner as Executive Team

M9 Solutions is pleased to welcome Chief Growth Officer David Callner to the Executive Team.