CMMC Senior Consultant (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a CMMC Senior Consultant (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) based in the United States.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cybersecurity consultant to help organizations strengthen their security posture while achieving compliance with critical U.S. Department of Defense cybersecurity standards. In this highly autonomous role, you will lead client engagements, perform readiness assessments, and design security strategies that address complex regulatory and technical requirements. Working across cloud environments, endpoint security, and governance frameworks, you will advise stakeholders, deliver practical solutions, and drive successful compliance initiatives. This position is ideal for a collaborative professional who enjoys solving complex cybersecurity challenges, leading consulting engagements, and making a meaningful impact in a dynamic, remote-first environment.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a CMMC Senior Consultant (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) based in the United States.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cybersecurity consultant to help organizations strengthen their security posture while achieving compliance with critical U.S. Department of Defense cybersecurity standards. In this highly autonomous role, you will lead client engagements, perform readiness assessments, and design security strategies that address complex regulatory and technical requirements. Working across cloud environments, endpoint security, and governance frameworks, you will advise stakeholders, deliver practical solutions, and drive successful compliance initiatives. This position is ideal for a collaborative professional who enjoys solving complex cybersecurity challenges, leading consulting engagements, and making a meaningful impact in a dynamic, remote-first environment.
Accountabilities:
- Conduct comprehensive CMMC readiness assessments and gap analyses to evaluate customer compliance against required certification levels.
- Advise clients on Microsoft GCC High and AWS GovCloud environments, including boundary scoping, System Security Plan (SSP) documentation, and compliance best practices.
- Design and recommend security controls, architectures, and remediation strategies aligned with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with client stakeholders to develop and execute action plans that address compliance gaps and strengthen cybersecurity maturity.
- Lead technical discussions, workshops, and presentations to educate customers on cybersecurity frameworks, compliance obligations, and risk management strategies.
- Review, update, and enhance security policies, procedures, and governance documentation to align with evolving cybersecurity standards.
- Prepare detailed compliance reports, project documentation, and executive-level recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support endpoint security, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), device management modernization, identity, and cloud security initiatives that contribute to secure operational environments.
- Manage multiple consulting engagements simultaneously while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to high-quality standards.
- Stay current with cybersecurity threats, emerging technologies, regulatory updates, and industry best practices while contributing to the development of consulting methodologies and service offerings.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience conducting CMMC readiness assessments and pre-audit preparation activities.
- Hands-on experience working with Microsoft GCC High and AWS GovCloud environments.
- Strong knowledge of the CMMC framework, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252.204-7012, and related cybersecurity compliance standards.
- Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) certification is highly preferred, or the ability to obtain the certification within an agreed timeframe.
- Commitment to pursuing Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certification under the CMMC 2.0 framework.
- Experience leading cybersecurity consulting engagements, managing client relationships, and delivering technical advisory services.
- Knowledge of endpoint security, device management, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), cloud security, identity management, and modern security architectures.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
- Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP or equivalent are considered an advantage.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
- Fully remote position based in the United States with flexibility to work from home.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact cybersecurity and compliance projects across diverse industries.
- Collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, professional growth, and technical development.
- Exposure to cutting-edge cloud security, compliance frameworks, and enterprise cybersecurity technologies.
- Ongoing opportunities for certification support, technical training, and career advancement.
- Dynamic, mission-driven culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional client outcomes.