SENIOR CONSULTANT (Hybrid/Remote) with Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Lead system security assessments within cloud-based environments in accordance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and other authoritative IT security guidance
• Provide direction for scheduling, project sequencing, and resource management; assist with managing client expectations and performing project management
• Prepare, review, and/or update, and maintain IT Security supporting artifacts; provide IT security guidance to Information System Owners
• Identifying information security problems and challenges, researching and developing technical solutions to rectify them
• Execute, examine, interview, and test procedures in accordance with CMMC requirements and NIST 800-171A
• Ensure cyber security policies are adhered to and that required controls are implemented
• Validate information system security documentation to ensure CMMC and NIST control requirements are met
• Author recommendations based on findings to improve security postures compliant with CMMC and NIST controls
• Assist in the review and analysis of Security Certification Packages for completeness and compliance with CMMC and NIST requirements
• Participate in client interviews to complete Security Assessments
• Ensure existing systems Security Authorization Packages remain up to date throughout the life cycle
• Build a customer-focused relationship with client(s)
• Collaborate across multiple internal teams to ensure successful delivery of results based on scope of work
• Establish standards and procedures to minimize risks
• Drive working sessions with client to ensure expectations and direction are aligned and timelines are being met
• Demonstrate ability to lead projects through the project lifecycle from initiation to project closure

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in either auditing or consulting
• Strong CMMC and NIST experience (in order of preference): CMMC/ NIST SP 800-171, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FISMA
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical audiences
• Broad based IT background with a technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with strong presentation skills
• Ability to interact with clients and represent Emagine IT in a professional manner
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks
• Serve as a mentor to Associate Security Consultants and Security Consultants on best practices
• Team player able to work well with others in a collaborative manner and is a self-starter who can work with minimum supervision

Certification Requirements

• Must have: CCA, CCP
• Additionally one of the following DoD 8140.3 - 612 Certifications: CompTIA SecurityX/CASP+, ISC2 CGRC/CAP, United American Technologies, CISSO, CompTIA Cloud+, FTISP-A, GIAC GCSA, GIAC GSEC, CompTia PenTest+, CompTia Security+, CCISO, ISACA CISA, ISACA CISM, ISC2 CISSP, ISC2, CISSP-ISSEP, CompTia CySA+, GIAC GSLC, GIAC GSNA
• Nice to have: LCCA AAP/EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.