Senior Consultant, CMMC & GRC Advisory

Covenant HR; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant HR is seeking a Senior Consultant in CMMC & GRC Advisory to join a leading consultancy in the cybersecurity sector. The role, which is remote, requires strong expertise in GRC frameworks and cybersecurity regulations, along with consulting experience. As a key player, you’ll guide client compliance efforts, conduct gap analyses, and develop actionable reports, all while working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven background in cybersecurity and infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of GRC frameworks and federal standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through CMMC readiness and compliance efforts.
• Serve as subject matter expert on RMF, FedRAMP, and CMMC.
• Advise on security and compliance architectures.

Skills

Consulting experience

GRC frameworks knowledge

Cybersecurity expertise

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 8+ years of relevant industry experience

Job description

This range is provided by Covenant HR. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90.00/hr - $95.00/hr

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Company – Our client is a leading consultancy in the cybersecurity and compliance domain, serving federal and defense organizations across the U.S. Known for their robust delivery in Risk Management Framework (RMF), FedRAMP, and CMMC initiatives, this company has built a reputation for excellence in advisory services to federal contractors and DoD partners.

Job Title – Senior Consultant, CMMC & GRC Advisory

Location – Remote (United States)

Role Type – Contract (8-month initial term with strong potential for extension)

Must Have Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Prior consulting experience in RMF, FedRAMP, and CMMC within federal or DoD environments.
• Strong knowledge of GRC frameworks and federal standards including FAR, DFARS, CUI, and IL constructs.
• Proven background in cybersecurity and infrastructure, including engineering leadership
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities and Job Details:

• Guide clients through CMMC readiness and compliance efforts, including gap analysis, remediation planning, and documentation.
• Serve as subject matter expert on RMF, FedRAMP, and CMMC practices and requirements
• Advise on the design and implementation of security and compliance architectures
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams to ensure technical alignment with compliance goals.
• Interpret and apply DoD and federal security requirements to client environments
• Perform risk assessments and advise on GRC best practices across multiple frameworks
• Lead internal and client-facing meetings to articulate findings, progress, and strategies
• Develop and deliver clear, actionable reports and presentations.
• Assist with audit readiness and facilitate stakeholder communications
• Contribute to the evolution of internal methodologies, tools, and templates for GRC engagements.
• Maintain deep awareness of regulatory updates affecting government cybersecurity frameworks.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior consultants and client personnel where applicable.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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