Lead GRC Specialist (GCC / GCCH)
Axiom · NAMER · 3 wk ago
RemoteRemoteInformation Technology$100k/yrFull-time
About the Role
This is a detail-oriented and proactive role to support and enhance our client’s governance, risk management, and CMMC compliance. The role requires a strong working knowledge of CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 requirements and involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and policies.
Responsibilities
- Scoping:
- Determine GCC or GCC High tenant needs
- Determine applicable compliance obligations
- Define enclave/physical network architecture requirements
- Assess physical security requirements (if not an enclave)
- Work through scoping questionnaire and Consent to Proceed – internally and with client
- Participate in creating an implementation timeline
- Client Meetings:
- Lead discussions and answer client questions
- Conduct biweekly scoping meetings
- Address cybersecurity maintenance checklist activities
- Assessment Prep, Documentation & Additional Responsibilities:
- Maintain clear, complete, and accurate ticket documentation
- Treat all documentation as potential assessment evidence
- Follow naming conventions and use appropriate templates
- Follow the implementation plan for clients
- Provide direction to the team on CMMC questions
- Work with the Compliance Officer for direction as needed
- Collaborate with the GRC Admin on documentation preparation
Consistency and accuracy in scoping and documentation directly affect a client’s ability to pass a CMMC assessment. This role ensures that all GRC processes and procedures are followed so the client can be validated consistently—months or years later—by an assessor.
Requirements
- Required Skills & Attributes:
- CCA Training
- Strong experience in a Microsoft 365 GCC or GCC High environment
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
- Strong interest in compliance, security, and regulated IT environments
- Comfortable working in structured, checklist-driven workflows
- Willingness to ask questions rather than improvise
- Strong written communication skills for documentation and tickets
- Reliability and consistency in task execution
- Preferred (Not Required):
- MSP experience in structured service environments
- Technical writing experience
- Gone through 5 C3PAO assessments
Benefits
- Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan and Matching (Simple IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Public Holidays)
- Full-Remote Work from Home
Salary Range: $100,000+