CMMC Assessment Specialist

We're seeking a mid-level technical engineer interested in growing into CMMC compliance. The CMMC Assessment Specialist plays a key role representing clients in C3's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Assessment program.

Requirements

• Review and prepare client documentation to ensure successful pre-assessments and assessments.
• Document areas of non-compliance and develop remediation plans.
• Validate system scope (technology, people, business processes) for compliance.
• Perform QA/QC and validate artifacts and evidence and ensure client success prior to assessment.
• Validate, and defend System Security Plan(s), policies, and procedures in CMMC assessments.
• Support and conduct Mock Assessments.
• Manage customer expectations, internal and external resources, and relevant third parties to ensure engagements are successful.
• Facilitate post-assessment debriefings with clients to review findings and next steps.
• Provide expert guidance on interpreting compliance requirements and translating them into actionable steps for clients.
• Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in the laws, regulations, and government-wide policies that govern cybersecurity data protection for the U.S. Defense Industrial Base, including: DFARS (NIST SP 800-171, FedRAMP equivalency), CMMC (Levels 1 & 2, boundary scoping), CUI Program (NARA CUI Registry, CUI/CDI/CTI, FCI), Export controls (ITAR/EAR).
• Analyze assessment results and provide strategic recommendations for improving C3’s services.
• Contribute to the development of internal best practices and methodologies for conducting assessments.
• Mentor junior team members on assessment techniques and client management strategies.

Benefits

• Remote work opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Four Weeks of Paid Time Off (vacation & sick leave)
• Four weeks of Paid Maternity and Paternity leave
• Two days of Paid Volunteer Time
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match
• Company Bonus Structure
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer-sponsored Disability & Life Insurance
• Professional Development