CMMC Assessor (Certified CCA)

Coalfire Federal; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Certification and training reimbursement

Digital mental health support

Comprehensive insurance options

Job summary

A cybersecurity consultancy firm is seeking a Certified CCA/LCCA Assessor to join their team. This position involves working with manufacturing and IT organizations to ensure compliance with the Department of Defense's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. Candidates should have a strong background in cybersecurity, particularly in assessing DIB compliance, with at least 5 years of experience in the field. The role is typically remote but may require occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT Security/Cybersecurity industry.
• 2 years in a client-facing role providing risk assessment.
• Experience with CMMC RPO or C3PAO assessments highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support team in assessing DIB compliance with CMMC regulations.
• Evaluate organization’s readiness for assessment.
• Generate preliminary report findings.
• Score OSC practices and validate preliminary results.
• Generate and finalize assessment findings and deliver recommendations.
• Communicate professionally with team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of NIST 800-171

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Detail oriented & organized

Risk management & assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

Risk management tools

Job description

Coalfire Federal is a market leading cybersecurity consultancy firm that provides independent and tailored advice, assessments, technical testing and a full suite of cyber engineering services to Federal agency customers. Coalfire Federal along with its parent company, Coalfire, has an unparalleled client list with deep customer relationships with leading cloud and technology providers including Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, Google and Oracle and Federal agencies. Coalfire has been a cybersecurity thought leader for over 20 years and has offices throughout the United States and Europe and is committed to making the world a safer place by solving our clients’ toughest security challenges.

But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Coalfire Federal is both an authorized C3PAO and CMMC RPO - and we’re on the lookout for Certified CCA and LCCA CMMC Assessors to join our growing team.

Position Summary

As a Certified CCA / LCCA Assessor, you’ll work with leading manufacturing, IT, Cloud Service, and professional service organizations that compromise the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) serving the United States Department of Defense (DOD). You will be an integral part of a team that leads the efforts of these organizations to satisfy DOD's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification and related government regulations as an assessor to certify organizations’ compliance with CMMC requirements.

CMMC assessor positions are typically remote. Occasional or limited travel may vary based on client needs.

What you'll do

• As an assessor you will work with and support team members in assessing whether members of the DIB have adequately prepared for compliance with CMMC regulations
• Assessors participate in the team that will evaluate an organization’s readiness for assessment, which include the experience and capability for tasks such as:
• Collect and examine evidence, observe, test and analyze results
• Clearly and effectively score OSC practices and validate preliminary results
• Generate preliminary report findings
• Finalize findings for an assessment report and deliver recommended assessment results
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Professional and polished interpersonal and communication skills with team members and stakeholders
• Experience, self-leadership, and enthusiasm in being part of our CMMC program that leads engagements, builds capabilities, and serves as a trusted advisor

What you'll bring

• Strong working knowledge of the controls and implementation of DFARS Clause 252.204-7012 (NIST 800-171)
• Direct involvement with building reports that clearly communicate met and not met objectives in accordance with assessment guidelines
• Ability to track detailed tasks and ensure timely delivery of project deliverables
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Critical thinking, and ability to balance security requirements with mission needs
• Must be well-organized and detail-oriented with the ability to coordinate, prioritize multiple tasks, and be adaptable to change to accomplish assignments
• Hands on risk management and assessment experience

Education

Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in an IT related field.

Clearance / Suitability Requirements

• Currently possess completed Tier 3 Suitability with the CyberAB

Certifications

• Required: CyberAB Certified CCA or LCCA
• Candidates with the experience and the pre-requisites to become certified for the LCCA are also considered
• Additional cybersecurity certifications and experience highly desired

Years of Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the IT Security / Cybersecurity industry
• To include at minimum 2 years in a Client facing role providing risk assessment, advisory services, and/or consulting - ideally in a federal environment
• Previous experience working for a CMMC RPO or C3PAO (Candidate or Authorized) or other 3PAO assessments is highly desired

Bonus Points

• CISSP or other industry recognized Cybersecurity certifications

Why you'll want to join us

Our people make Coalfire Federal great. We work together on interesting things and achieve exceptional results. We act as trusted advisors to our customers and are committed to client-focused innovation as well as innovation in the industries that we serve.

Coalfire offers our people the chance to grow professionally with colleagues they like and respect while tackling challenges that stretch their minds and expand their skill sets. Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities.

You’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support memberships, and comprehensive insurance options.

Coalfire is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.