About the Role

The FISMA/FedRAMP Senior Consultant works independently and collaboratively to support and lead client engagements within A-LIGN’s FISMA and FedRAMP practices. In this role, the Senior Consultant is responsible for managing standard project execution, overseeing client service activities, assigning work, reviewing team contributions, and ensuring quality reports are delivered. The Senior Consultant provides leadership to Staff Consultants through engagement management and ongoing mentorship.

Additionally, the Senior Consultant supports continued organizational growth by contributing to methodology development, technical assessment strategy, and engagement planning as a technical subject matter expert. Using strong experience with FISMA, FedRAMP, and familiarity with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), this role supports and leads teams performing assessments for cloud computing technologies in support of federal compliance requirements.

Reports to

FISMA/FedRAMP Manager

Pay Classification

Full-Time, Exempt

Responsibilities

• Lead assessments from initiation to project closure including:
  • Planning/Closing Meeting
  • Process Walkthroughs
  • Leading Findings Discussion
  • Regular status updates internally and externally
• Coach other team members and assessors as part of team
• Drive working sessions with clients to ensure expectations and direction are aligned and timelines are being met
• Execute security assessments in accordance with NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, 800-171, and other authoritative IT security guidance
• Develop Security Authorization Packages and ensure completeness and compliance with FedRAMP requirements and other authoritative IT security guidance

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, information security, computer science, or relevant discipline; or combination of relevant education and work experience
• Master’s degree is a plus

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of experience in information security, with strong NIST experience (in order of preference): NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP, RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171
• Demonstrated knowledge of NIST publications, such as: NIST SP 800-30 rev 1, 800-37 rev 1 or 2, 800-53 rev 4, 800-53A rev 4, 800-60 Vol 1 & 2 rev 1, and 800-171 rev 1
• Experience with government compliance, including FISMA, FedRAMP, RMF, and CSF
• Experience with commercial cloud environments; architectures, technologies, and services
• Lead at least five FedRAMP or FISMA engagements from kick-off to report delivery

CERTIFICATIONS         

• At least one advanced cybersecurity certification such as: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CRISC, CAP, CASP, or other relevant security certifications, multiple are preferred
• At least one vendor-specific cloud-related technology certifications such as: AWS, MS Azure, Google Cloud, Cisco Cloud, VMWare, etc. is preferred
• PMP is a plus

SKILLS

• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lead multiple assessment engagements and train junior staff
• Excellent communication skills to include the ability to explain technical matters to a non-technical audience
• Broad IT background with technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle

Benefits 

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Personalized Career Coaching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
• Vacation Bonus
• Summer Hours

About A-LIGN

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com

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 A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!