Compliance Consultants

Job Title: CMMC Level 2 Compliance Consultant (Contract) Client : : Network product based company Duration: 12+ Months Location: Remote Position Overview We are seeking an experienced CMMC Level 2 Compliance Consultant to support our client in achieving and maintaining compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, aligned with NIST SP 800-171 requirements. The consultant will be responsible for assessing current cybersecurity posture, identifying compliance gaps, implementing remediation strategies, and preparing the organization for CMMC Level 2 certification assessment. This role requires strong expertise in federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks, risk management, security controls implementation, and audit readiness for DoD-related environments. Key Responsibilities Lead CMMC Level 2 compliance initiatives aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC 2.0 framework Conduct comprehensive gap assessments and readiness assessments Review and validate implementation of the 110 NIST SP 800-171 security controls Develop, review, and update key compliance documentation including: System Security Plan (SSP) Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) Policies, procedures, and standards Identify compliance gaps and define remediation plans Assist with implementation of security controls across IT infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments Support audit preparation and readiness for C3PAO certification assessment Work closely with IT, Security, Risk, and Compliance teams to ensure alignment with DoD compliance requirements Provide guidance on handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Perform risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security control validation Ensure compliance with related frameworks such as: NIST 800-53 (Preferred) NIST 800-171A DFARS , 7019, 7020, and 7021 Provide compliance reporting and executive-level status updates Required Skills and Qualifications 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity compliance, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) Strong hands-on experience with: CMMC 2.0 Level 2 NIST SP 800-171 DFARS compliance requirements Experience performing: Gap assessments Security control implementation Audit readiness preparation Experience working with Federal Contractors or DoD environments Strong knowledge of: System Security Plan (SSP) POA&M development and remediation Risk assessment and vulnerability management Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, C High preferred) Excellent documentation and communication skills Ability to work independently and drive compliance initiatives Preferred Qualifications CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) or Certified Assessor (CCA) CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC certification Experience supporting C3PAO assessments Experience with Microsoft GCC / GCC High environments Experience in Defense, Aerospace, or Federal contracting industries Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture (Preferred) Deliverables CMMC Level 2 Gap Assessment Report Remediation Plan and POA&M Updated System Security Plan (SSP) Compliance readiness documentation Audit readiness support