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SecureIt

Consultant, Cybersecurity Compliance & Advisory

SecureIt

. Assess clients’ readiness for FedRAMP certification, FedRAMP equivalency, or GovRAMP authorization .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeReston • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in FedRAMP certification processes, cloud security architectures, and compliance strategies, with a strong focus on risk management and technical guidance. Proficient in advising clients on complex cybersecurity topics and delivering actionable recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
FedRAMP EngagementsNIST 800-53 Control FamiliesCloud Architecture AdvisoryCybersecurity ComplianceIndustry-Recognized Certification

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Hard Skills
Cybersecurity ComplianceRisk ManagementFedRAMP CertificationCloud Security ConfigurationsContainer SecurityInfrastructure as CodeFIPS-Validated EncryptionPhishing-Resistant MFADNSSECTechnical Documentation
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical Problem-SolvingEffective Time ManagementAdaptabilityStrong Writing Skills
Tools & Technologies
AWSAzureGCPDockerKubernetesOktaWizSplunk
Certifications & Qualifications
CISSPCCSPCCSKCCAKAWS CertificationAzure CertificationGCP Certification
Industry Keywords
FedRAMPGovRAMPCR26 RulesKSI MetricsContinuous MonitoringSecurity ToolsProfessional Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesSplunkUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Assess clients’ readiness for FedRAMP certification, FedRAMP equivalency, or GovRAMP authorization
  • Develop compliance strategies and guide clients through certification and authorization processes
  • Provide technical and FedRAMP subject-matter guidance on assigned engagements
  • Deliver advisory recommendations, gap analyses, and related client deliverables
  • Discuss complex technical FedRAMP topics with clients
  • Analyze system boundaries and advise on FedRAMP, DoW FedRAMP equivalency, or GovRAMP requirements
  • Provide guidance on AWS, Azure, GCP, Windows, Unix, Docker, Kubernetes, Okta, Wiz, Splunk, and related technologies
  • Explain CR26 requirements, identify CSP process gaps, and suggest corrective actions
  • Review KSI metrics or rev5 controls and recommend remediation
  • Document CR26 rules, KSIs, or rev5 control implementation for the SDR
  • Advise clients on FedRAMP certification timelines and Continuous Monitoring expectations
  • Help clients establish and execute vulnerability management and ongoing ConMon processes
  • Support team members on FedRAMP requirements, cloud architectures, DevSecOps, and security tools
  • Contribute lessons learned, templates, and technical guidance to service-line playbooks
  • Perform deep technical research as directed by SMEs or the CKO
  • Provide technical guidance and knowledge-sharing to Associates and Sr. Associates
  • Escalate technical, scope, or client-risk concerns to the Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity compliance, risk management, or advisory services within a professional services capacity
  • 2+ years of experience with FedRAMP engagements
  • Strong working knowledge of legacy FedRAMP requirements and NIST 800-53 control families
  • Understanding of CR26 rules and 20x KSIs
  • Understanding of AWS, Azure, and/or GCP
  • Experience advising on cloud architecture, security configurations, and compliance best practices
  • Familiarity with container security, Infrastructure as Code, boundary protection, FIPS-validated encryption, phishing-resistant MFA, DNSSEC, and modern cybersecurity technologies
  • Strong communication skills for explaining complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to present solutions to C-level executives and technical teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective time management and adaptability
  • Strong writing and documentation skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • At least one industry-recognized certification, such as CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, CCAK, and/or AWS, Azure, or GCP certifications

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Work-life integration
  • Community engagement support
  • Collaborative environment
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Direct impact on meaningful projects
  • Professional growth and development opportunities