CMMC Compliance Program Engineer

CMMC Compliance Program Engineer  Department: Compliance / Cybersecurity  Employment Type: Full-Time  Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000    Remote   About the Role  MNS Group is looking for a CMMC Compliance Program Engineer (CMMC/NIST) to support our CMMC Program in advancing the organization’s cybersecurity compliance program. This position plays a key role in helping clients maintain alignment with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and related federal standards.  As a CMMC Compliance Program Engineer, you will assist with providing consultative expertise on client documentation, remediation tracking, assessments, and client engagement. This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role that offers excellent opportunities to build your expertise and grow into a future compliance leader.  Responsibilities  Compliance As a Service “CaaS”  Support the Compliance as a Service “CaaS” Program Team in planning and executing compliance initiatives.  Assist with all CaaS-related work efforts in all phases of the CaaS program, such as consulting during technical environment standup, documentation writing, mock assessments, and other compliance-related duties.  Help prepare and maintain Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) and track remediation activities.  Draft, customize, and update policies, procedures, and compliance documentation to meet client needs.  Collaborate with IT, security, and business teams to implement compliance requirements effectively.  Contribute to client engagements, including readiness consulting and audit preparation.  Monitor regulatory updates and share insights with the program development team on emerging requirements.  Assist with training and awareness programs to strengthen the compliance culture across the organization.  CMMC  Once Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) is obtained, you will participate in CMMC Assessments as a Quality Assurance role, with the eventual goal of participating as a CCA.   Once Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) is obtained, you will collaborate with the Operations and Project Management Team to understand QA and CCA assignments as required.  Projects  Participate in enclave projects that require a compliance related skillset.     Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to cross-functional support, special projects, and responsibilities outside the primary scope of the role, in order to meet organizational needs and ensure team success.    Qualifications  Required  Registered Practitioner Advanced (RPA) or Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) Required with a goal of eventually achieving DoD Tier 3 Suitability and Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certification.  Excellent communicator.   Five or more years of experience in compliance, cybersecurity, or IT governance.  Strong knowledge of CMMC and NIST SP 800-171.  Experience with compliance documentation writing, evidence gathering, POA&M tracking, and audit preparation.  Strong organizational and communication skills.  U.S. citizenship; ability to obtain a DoD clearance.  Preferred  Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information security, computer science, or a related field.  Additional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, Security+, or ISO 27001.  Experience supporting defense contractors, federal compliance programs, or managed security providers.  Experience supporting clients through CMMC L2 assessments with DIBCAC or a C3PAO.  Familiarity with GRC tools, vulnerability management, or SIEM platforms.  Willingness to travel up to 15–20 percent for client assessments and engagements.     Pre-employment Requirements:   Employment is contingent upon completing a background check and a drug test. Skills testing may be required during the interview process. Lifting equipment weighing 25 lbs. may be required. Compensation is based on experience.    Due to sensitive government data that employees may come in contact with, this role requires compliance with federal regulations, including ITAR/EAR, which mandate U.S. citizenship.    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.    Why Work Here?  Well, for one, we care about you as a professional and a person. You will join a team of driven, compassionate, friendly experts and visionary leaders who enjoy a challenge. Are you driven to do better every day? Same. We have your back by offering:  Competitive salary  Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA Health Insurance option  Reimbursement for training and pursuit of advanced certifications.  Company match on voluntary pretax salary contributions  12 paid holidays  18 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)  100% paid group life insurance  100% company-paid short-term disability  100% company-paid long-term disability  Free-to-you on-campus gym