Lead CMMC Assessor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee and perform official CMMC Level 2 evaluations in alignment with the CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) and Cyber-AB standards.

• Define assessment scope, analyze System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), and assess evidence against NIST SP 800-171 practices.

• Supervise and guide assessment team members, including junior assessors and CCPs, throughout the entire assessment lifecycle.

• Act as the main liaison for client organizations during assessments, which includes kickoff meetings, evidence review sessions, and final briefings.

• Create clear and defensible assessment reports and documentation of findings for submission to the Cyber-AB.

• Keep assessment records in compliance with confidentiality and data handling protocols, ensuring that no CUI or export-controlled information is mishandled during the assessment.

• Remain updated on CMMC program developments, Cyber-AB recommendations, and modifications to NIST SP 800-171/800-172.

• Assist Radar's internal quality assurance initiatives to guarantee assessments adhere to Cyber-AB and DoD standards.

• Ensure a clear distinction between assessment activities and any Sentinel Blue managed services to maintain independence and prevent conflicts of interest.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active Lead Certified CMMC Assessor (LCCA) credential in good standing with the Cyber-AB, holding an approved Tier III clearance.

• Previous experience as a CMMC Assessor, consultant, or IT Auditor.

• Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-172, and the CMMC Assessment Process (CAP).

• Proven experience in evaluating SSPs, POA&Ms, and technical evidence across various IT environments, including cloud platforms.

• Exceptional written communication skills — assessment findings must be accurate and defensible.

• Capability to work autonomously and manage several simultaneous assessment projects.

• Eligibility to work with defense industrial base clients; U.S. citizenship may be necessary based on client contract stipulations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive individual healthcare, vision, and dental insurance fully covered for the employee.

• Opportunities for paid certification and training.

• Three weeks of paid vacation along with 10 paid holidays.

• A nurturing environment that emphasizes maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Retirement benefits (401k) with company matching.