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CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) Consultant
Tenacious Solutions, LLC is seeking a CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) Consultant with an active secret clearance to guide and support our team in achieving compliance with the latest CMMC 2.0 requirements. This is a part-time, flexible position ideal for a subject matter expert with CMMC implementation experience. The role is mainly remote, with occasional on-site requirements in Arlington, VA.
Primary duties and responsibilities include:
- Assess Organizational Readiness: Evaluate cybersecurity practices and gaps against CMMC 2.0 levels (Foundational, Advanced, Expert).
- Provide guidance on achieving and maintaining certifications for Levels 1-4, including self-assessments, third-party certifications, and government assessments.
- Develop a roadmap for CMMC compliance, including controls, policies, and addressing FCI and CUI security.
- Establish continuous monitoring and compliance processes, including incident reporting and annual affirmations.
- Lead technical implementation of security strategies.
- Conduct training sessions on CMMC requirements and controls.
- Engage with clients to assess and address CMMC needs and support implementations.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Active Secret Clearance or higher
- Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field
- 5+ years in IT Security/Cybersecurity
- Over 5 years of cybersecurity consulting, especially in DoD contracts, compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-171), and CMMC
- Certification as a CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP), CMMC Assessor (CCA), or Certified CMMC Professional (CCP)
- Deep knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800-171, ISO 27001
- Understanding of federal cybersecurity regulations like DFARS and FISMA
- Proficiency in tools like eMASS and ACAS, knowledge of NIST standards
- Experience with CMMC RPO or C3PAO roles is highly desired
- Experience with CMMC 2.0 requirements and DoD regulations
- Experience working with DIB and handling CUI
- Experience developing POA&Ms for cybersecurity compliance
- Familiarity with DFARS Clause 252.###-#### and CMMC 2.0 updates
- Ability to conduct gap analyses and remediation planning
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
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