Cyber Security Controls Assessor

Zones

Oakland, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
LOCATION
Oakland, CA
POSTED
7 days ago

Description

Position at Zones LLC.

 
 
Company Overview:
 
When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM 
Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.
 
Position Overview:
 
Term: 6+ months 
Location: Oakland CA 94612 - Hybrid **LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY** 
Pay: up to $67.50/hr 
Hours: Mon-Fridays- 9-5pm 
 
The Cyber Security Controls Assessor is responsible for executing Identity and Access Management (IAM) compliance testing in support of the IAM MAP. The role focuses on IT General Controls (ITGCs) and alignment to relevant NIST framework principles and requires strong technical audit expertise and close partnership with IT teams throughout project cycles. 
 
What you will do as the Cyber Security Controls Assessor: 
The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. 
  • Support the IAM MAP Lead in executing IAM compliance testing activities.
  • Drive planning and execution of IT compliance testing, including walkthroughs and detailed control testing.
  • Conduct complex control walkthroughs with system owners, validate control design, and document clear, audit ready narratives.
  • Review test plans, evidence, and workpapers to ensure alignment with Internal Audit standards.
  • Identify IT control deficiencies, provide remediation guidance, and track corrective actions to closure.
  • Coordinate with system owners and stakeholders to ensure timely and complete evidence collection.
  • Develop data analysis and reporting outputs using advanced Excel techniques to support testing conclusions.
  • Partner with IT and Security teams to resolve control gaps and support audit readiness.
 
What you will bring to the team: 
·       Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or a related field.
·       5+ years of IT Audit or IT Compliance experience, including ITGC and NIST aligned testing.
·       Strong understanding of IT compliance requirements, control concepts, and audit methodology.
·       Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookup functions, complex formulas).
·       Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
·       Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead workstreams under tight deadlines.
 
Desired Skills/Attributes: 
·       Hands on experience supporting IAM control testing, including planning, walkthroughs, testing execution, and results reporting.
·       Proven success collaborating with external auditors and internal stakeholders during testing cycles.
·       Strong data analysis skills, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas).
·       Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP.
·       Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
·       Familiarity with control frameworks such as NIST and COBIT.
·       Experience using audit and GRC tools.


 
 
Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team.As a valued team member, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, as well as state-mandated sick leave, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse.

At Zones, work is more than a job –with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!  
 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
 
Zones participates in E-Verify.E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member’s Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States. 

About the Company

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Zones

Zones simplifies information technology by providing end-to-end capabilities and acting as a singular point of contact for hardware solutions and software licensing. Our expertise carries over to Zones lifecycle management services such as technology assessments, data center engineering, virtualization and cloud computing planning, and software asset management.

  • Multinational technology procurement and fulfillment
  • Solutions across mixed categories - servers, networking, storage, security and software
  • Zones configuration and integration centers for custom fulfillment and delivery
  • Specialized solution architects provide IT assessments and facilitate strategic planning
  • Lifecycle management services from initial project planning to IT asset disposition
  • Established partnerships with major hardware manufacturers and software publishers
  • Culture of five star service excellence that earns industry recognition
Zones dedicated teams serve organizations of every size and in specialized markets including:
  • Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
  • Enterprise
  • SLED (State, Local, Education)
  • Healthcare
  • Retail & Hospitality
Zones Mission

At Zones, our mission is to be a single source for our clients to gain the knowledge, expertise and IT infrastructure to achieve their goals.

Zone perks include:
  • Fitness Program
  • Catered Lunches
  • Onsite Massage Therapy
  • Ongoing classroom, online and one-to-one training that positions you for success with your clients
  • Compensation-boosting incentives, contents and prizes
  • Commuter assistance programs
  • Referral bonus program
  • Sports league team sponsorships

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1986