Senior Consultant - CMMC Services

Company: Coalfire
Location: Reston
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

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Coalfire is the cybersecurity advisor that helps private and public sector organizations avert threats, close gaps, and effectively manage risk. Our professionals are among the most talented in the industry, each and every day they strive to provide the unbiased assessments, advice, and innovative solutions that help our clients meet their specific challenges and build long-term strategies to protect their organizations. For over 20 years, we’ve been on the cutting-edge of one of the world’s most important industries – and we’re committed to making the world a safer place by solving our clients’ toughest security challenges.

We’re growing rapidly and are currently seeking a Senior Consultant or Consultant for our Reston, VA office.

What you'll do As our Security Consultant, you’ll be part of a team that proactively engages with forward-thinking organizations with a focus on quality cybersecurity engagements. Your work directly impacts what matters most to our clients: preserving their competitive advantage as a company that keeps client data safe and secure. You will lead, research, and assess cyber-related policy, procedures, legislation, and implementation using a number directives and frameworks.

In this role, you will:

Support and guide information risk and security discussions with technical and non-technical groups

Identify enterprise information security and compliance related problems and challenges; research and develop technical solutions to rectify them

Provide guidance on the administration and maintenance of security systems infrastructure, applications, devices, tools and software services

Perform information risk, security and related compliance assessments, including testing of related controls

Develop and operationalize enterprise information security programs and related components

Assess and remediate compliance with industry statutes and regulations across multiple industries that are relevant to IT

Be part of a growing delivery team to advise and assess enterprise customers on on the DoD's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Support the delivery of CMMC related services and product offerings

Staying plugged in to new CMMC requirements as they emerge to help improve and mature methodologies for service delivery

Develop and maintain relationships with client staff to help facilitate account growth

What you'll bring Bachelor’s degree (four-year college or university) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field BS or above in related Information Technology field or equivalent combination of education and experience

4+ years of demonstrated expertise in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and execution of professional services delivery

Working knowledge of the controls and implementation of the NIST Risk Management Framework (NIST 800-53) and DFARS Clause 252.204-7012 (NIST 800-171)

Direct involvement with building recommendations and remediation plans to improve customer’s security posture

Familiarity with other compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, SOC, ISO, HIPAA, HITRUST, etc.

Ability to track detailed tasks and ensure timely delivery of project deliverables

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professional attitude and demeanor

Critical thinking, and ability to balance security requirements with mission needs

Security+, CISSP, CEH or another DoD 8570 certification

Ability to obtain a Security Clearance

Bonus Points Master's Degree in COmputer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field

CISM, CISSP, CISA, CGEIT, or CRISC certifications

Working knowledge of Cybersecurity Maturity Model (CMMC) Program

Why you'll want to join us Coalfire’s high energy, challenging, and fast-paced work environment will keep you engaged and motivated. Work-life balance is a core priority at Coalfire – we work hard and we play hard, and the two often overlap. We host family-friendly events and happy hours along with professional Meetups and informal networking sessions, and we’re active in our communities. Plus, we offer great benefits, including:

Health, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution

Flexible paid time off (employees are encouraged to spend four weeks away from the office each year)

A corporate wellness program

A kitchen stocked with snacks, coffee, and tasty beverages

Coalfire is an EEO employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to respecting one another, embracing individual differences, and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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