Security Compliance Consultant at Ascera

Clearwater, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance SME, Security Posture, CMMC, NIST 800-171, Pre-audit Readiness, GAP Assessments, POA&M Support, CaaS, C3PAO Assessments, Advisory Services, FedRAMP, DFARS 7012, Control Testing, ASCERA Product Team Advising, CMMC Assessment Process (CAP), eMASS Documentation

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Own The Role: 112Cyber (formerly SP6 Cyber Risk & Compliance) is looking for a Compliance SME wanting to take the next step in their career! In this role, you will assist organizations in solidifying and strengthening their security posture while also conducting assessments for those pursuing certification. Joining our Compliance team, you will see your impact across the company as you take ownership over customer projects and advising our platform team on the different compliance rules. From there, you will be supporting Defense Industrial Base (DiB) companies to ensure they are CMMC and/or NIST 800-171 compliant. You will accomplish this through providing pre-audit readiness and GAP assessments, plans of action and milestones (POA&M) support, Compliance as a Service (CaaS), and official C3PAO assessments. How You’ll Drive Success: Advisory Services Leading cybersecurity gap assessments aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Supporting the day-to-day activities of engagements for external clients, as a contributing member of 112Cyber’s customer-facing Cyber Risk & Compliance practice. Assist external customers in their FedRAMP, DFARS 7012, CMMC, and NIST 800-171 compliance initiatives. Applying cyber compliance / risk management knowledge, control principles and technical knowledge across cyber risk and compliance engagements. Consulting with end clients to gather requirements and understand our clients' key business and security challenges. Working with team members to advise on practical and cost-effective solutions to help mitigate our clients’ cybersecurity risks and challenges. In depth knowledge of relevant security regulatory compliance requirements and translating those into business processes and security controls to enhance and support client’s compliance and audit capabilities. Articulating and defending IT controls testing approach and performing test of design and operating effectiveness. Develop and deliver training to internal teams and customers. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, existing clients, and prospective client organizations. Supporting the ASCERA product team and advising them on NIST continuous monitoring software. C3PAO Assessments Conducting formal assessments of organizations’ cybersecurity practices using the CMMC assessment process (CAP). Collaborate with client organizations to plan assessments, develop assessment schedules, and ensure readiness Assess the effectiveness of security practices and ensure they align with the CMMC practices and processes. Interview key personnel within the organization to understand how cybersecurity practices are implemented and maintained. Evaluate sufficiency and adequacy of evidence to verify implementation. Maintain an objective and unbiased stance during the assessment process, ensuring that conclusions are based on facts and evidence. Ensure that all documentation is properly prepared for submission to eMASS if the organization is seeking certification. To Be Successful: CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) or Certified Professional (CCP). Security+, CySA+, CISA, CISM, SSCP, CISSP or other related certification 2 minimum years of experience testing and documenting IT security controls including experience managing and facilitating external IT audits. 2 minimum years of experience leading external or internal audits, e.g., CMMC, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, PCI. 2 minimum years of experience with cybersecurity. Self-driven, with a strong desire to succeed. Ability to engage with customers/executives and foster positive relationships. Exceptional communicator and ability to relay complex technical concepts to non-technical audience. Why 112Cyber? The chance to be part of a winning team and a premier C3PAO. Competitive salary. Quarterly Bonus plan. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. 401(k) with company match. 30 days annual paid time off. Significant Training and Development and Certification attainment. Opportunity for long term career advancement. Your contributions are felt and recognized at our growing company. About 112Cyber: 112Cyber is an industry recognized C3PAO (Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization) dedicated to assisting organizations in effectively identifying and managing cyber risks while ensuring compliance with industry standards, federal laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities

The consultant will own customer projects, advise the platform team on compliance rules, and support Defense Industrial Base companies in achieving CMMC and/or NIST 800-171 compliance through readiness assessments and advisory services. A key part of the role involves conducting formal CMMC assessments using the CAP process, ensuring alignment with CMMC practices and evidence verification.