SENIOR CONSULTANT (Remote)

Emagine IT has an immediate need for a Senior Consultant to join our team in support of our FedRAMP Team located in North Bethesda, MD, with remote availability. Candidate must have the ability to obtain a government security clearance. Responsibilities include: • Lead system security assessments within cloud-based environments in accordance with FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, OMB, and other authoritative IT security guidance • Provide direction for scheduling, project sequencing, and resource management; assist with managing client expectations and performing project management • Prepare, review, and/or update, and maintain IT Security supporting artifacts; provide IT security guidance to Information System Owners • Identifying information security problems and challenges, researching and developing technical solutions to rectify them • Execute, examine, interview, and test procedures in accordance with FedRAMP requirements and NIST SP 800-53A • Ensure cyber security policies are adhered to and that required controls are implemented • Validate information system security documentation to ensure FedRAMP and NIST control requirements are met • Author recommendations based on findings to improve security postures compliant with FedRAMP and NIST controls • Assist in the review and analysis of Security Authorization Packages for completeness and compliance with FedRAMP and NIST requirements. • Participate in client interviews to complete Security Assessments. • Ensure existing systems Security Authorization Packages remain up to date throughout the life cycle. • Build a customer-focused relationship with client(s). • Collaborate across multiple internal teams to ensure successful delivery of results based on scope of work. • Establish standards and procedures to minimize risks. • Drive working sessions with client to ensure expectations and direction are aligned and timelines are being met. • Demonstrate ability to lead projects through the project lifecycle from initiation to project closure. Minimum Requirements: • 5-8 years of experience in either auditing or consulting • Strong FedRAMP and NIST experience (in order of preference): FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC • Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical audiences • Broad based IT background with a technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with strong presentation skills. • Ability to interact with clients and represent Emagine IT in a professional manner. • Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks. • Serve as a mentor to Associate Security Consultants and…