ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT (Remote)

Emagine IT; Virginia, Fairfax (MN, VA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an Associate Consultant to join their FedRAMP Team, with the flexibility of remote work. This exciting role involves supporting system security assessments, preparing IT security artifacts, and ensuring compliance with FedRAMP and NIST standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to obtain relevant cybersecurity certifications. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to delivering high-quality IT solutions and enhancing client business processes.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience in auditing or consulting.
• Ability to obtain relevant cybersecurity certifications within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Support system security assessments within cloud environments.
• Prepare and maintain IT security artifacts; provide guidance to System Owners.
• Conduct assessments and testing in accordance with FedRAMP and NIST standards.

Skills

Auditing

Consulting

FedRAMP Standards

NIST Standards

Communication Skills

Attention to Quality

Education

Relevant Cybersecurity Certifications

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Emagine IT Immediate Opening: Associate Consultant (FedRAMP Support)

Emagine IT is seeking an Associate Consultant to join our FedRAMP Team in North Bethesda, MD, with remote work options. Candidates must be able to obtain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities include:

1. Support system security assessments within cloud environments per FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, OMB, and other IT security standards.
2. Prepare, review, update, and maintain IT security artifacts; provide guidance to System Owners.
3. Identify security issues, research, and develop solutions.
4. Conduct assessments, interviews, and testing in accordance with FedRAMP and NIST standards.
5. Ensure cybersecurity policies are followed and controls are implemented.
6. Validate security documentation for FedRAMP and NIST compliance.
7. Recommend improvements to security postures based on findings.
8. Review and analyze Security Authorization Packages for compliance.
9. Participate in client interviews for security assessments.
10. Maintain up-to-date Security Authorization Packages throughout system lifecycle.
11. Build and maintain client relationships.
12. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver results.
13. Establish standards to minimize risks.
14. Support client sessions to align expectations and timelines.
15. Manage projects from initiation to closure.

Minimum Requirements:

1. 0-2 years experience in auditing or consulting.
2. Experience with FedRAMP and NIST standards (preferred: FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC, DoD SRG, RMF).
3. Strong communication skills.
4. Strong work ethic and attention to quality.
5. Ability to obtain (or already possess) relevant cybersecurity certifications within 3 months of hire, such as CCNA Security, CySA+, GCIH, CISSP, CSSLP, CISA, or others listed.

Nice to Have:

Baltimore Cyber Range, AWS Solutions Architect - Associate, Azure Security Engineer, Google Cloud Engineer.

EEO Statement:

Emagine IT provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Other Notes:

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change. Emagine IT focuses on delivering high-quality IT solutions to improve client business processes and competitiveness.