Lead CMMC Certified Assessor - Remote Eligible

Eide Bailly; Fargo (ND); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and视ion

401(k) profit sharing

Life and disability insurance

Certification incentives

Education assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Eide Bailly is seeking a Lead CMMC Certified Assessor (LCCA) to expand our Risk Advisory practice in the United States. You will lead CMMC Level 2 assessments, mentor junior staff, and shape delivery models while engaging with clients and firm leadership on growth initiatives.

The role requires hands-on CMMC assessment experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and an active LCCA certification with Tier 3 background, along with a willingness to travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Active LCCA certification with adjudicated Tier 3 background.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, compliance, risk management, or GRC.
• Hands-on experience with CMMC assessments.
• Strong understanding of CMMC requirements, objectives, and evidence evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements with attention to detail and quality.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in shaping offerings and delivery models.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform CMMC Level 2 assessments per CMMC and DoD.
• Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness; document findings.
• Serve as engagement lead: project planning, delivery oversight, and budget management.
• Communicate project status, risks, and financials to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and support assessors and consultants as the practice grows.
• Collaborate with leadership on practice development and go‑to‑market strategy.
• Contribute to internal growth initiatives, sales calls, and thought leadership.
• Stay current on evolving CMMC guidance and cybersecurity trends.

Skills

CMMC knowledge

Engagement leadership

Client mentoring

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

CMMC framework

Job description

Location: All locations in the United States

Work Arrangement: Remote, Hybrid, or In-office

In support of our growing Risk Advisory practice, we are seeking an experienced Lead CMMC Certified Assessor (LCCA) to play a key role in expanding our CMMC assessment capabilities. This opportunity is best suited for someone with deep IT audit expertise and an entrepreneurial mindset who is interested in helping build and shape a growing practice.

We are looking for a proven assessor who enjoys client engagement, mentoring others, and contributing beyond delivery - someone motivated by influence, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

As a Lead CMMC Certified Assessor, You Will Serve As a Trusted Advisor To Clients While Helping Develop And Scale Our CMMC Services. A Typical Day Might Include

• Leading and performing CMMC Level 2 assessments in alignment with CMMC and DoD requirements.
• Evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, identifying gaps and vulnerabilities, and documenting observations and findings.
• Serving as engagement lead, providing project planning, delivery oversight, quality control, and budget management.
• Communicating project status, risks, and financials to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Mentoring and supporting assessors and consultants as the practice grows.
• Collaborating with firm leadership on practice development, go‑to‑market strategy, and business development activities.
• Contributing to internal growth initiatives, sales calls, presentations, and thought leadership.
• Staying current on evolving CMMC guidance, DoD updates, and cybersecurity compliance trends.

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• You hold an active LCCA (Lead CMMC Certified Assessor) certification, including adjudicated Tier 3 background.
• You have 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, risk management, or GRC, preferably in consulting or client‑facing roles.
• You have hands‑on experience with CMMC assessments.
• You have strong understanding of CMMC requirements, assessment objectives, and evidence evaluation.
• You can manage multiple client engagements while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• You have an entrepreneurial mindset with interest in shaping offerings, methodology, and delivery models.
• You have the ability to travel up to 15%, as needed.

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Making an Impact Together

People join Eide Bailly for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. At Eide Bailly, we've built a collaborative workplace based on integrity, authenticity, and support for one another. You'll find opportunities for education and career growth, a team dedicated to your success, and benefits that put your family's needs first. Hear what our employees have to say about working at Eide Bailly.

Compensation

Compensation: $120,000-$160,000

Our compensation philosophy emphasizes competitive and equitable pay. Eide Bailly complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying ranges. Final compensation decisions are dependent upon factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Benefits

Beyond base compensation, Eide Bailly provides benefits such as:

• generous paid time off
• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) profit sharing
• life and disability insurance
• lifestyle spending account
• certification incentives
• education assistance
• referral program

Eide Bailly is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws