CMMC Practice Lead (C3PAO) Sentinel Blue is seeking a CMMC Practice Lead to join our growing cybersecurity assessment team. As a CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO), we are looking for a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) to oversee and manage our C3PAO practice. This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to take charge of coordinating, operating, and leading CMMC Certification Assessments for our defense industry clients.
The ideal candidate is passionate about cybersecurity, an excellent communicator, and highly organized. You will play a key role in guiding clients through the assessment process and leading a team of assessors, helping organizations achieve compliance with CMMC standards. This position offers the opportunity to shape our assessment practice, working closely with clients and our internal team to ensure high-quality assessments and an outstanding client experience.
This is a remote position that may require some travel (estimated to be 20%) to support assessments. Key Responsibilities: Lead the operation of our CMMC Certification Assessments, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating with clients.Manage and guide assessment teams during on-site and remote assessments.Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during the CMMC assessment process, providing guidance and ensuring smooth communication.Ensure all assessment activities are conducted in accordance with CMMC guidelines and best practices.Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing subject matter expertise and assisting them in their CMMC compliance journey.Oversee the production of documentation, reports, and findings related to the assessment process.Collaborate with other members of the Sentinel Blue team to improve assessment methodologies and client support. A Day in the Role of CMMC Practice Lead: Your day might start with a team check-in call to discuss the ongoing and upcoming assessments. You may then coordinate schedules with clients and lead assessor teams to prepare for assessments. In the afternoon, you could be reviewing assessment findings with a client or preparing reports to document compliance levels. Throughout the week, you will be a key resource for your team, providing guidance, ensuring quality, and working to enhance our assessment processes. You will also communicate with clients to answer questions, provide updates, and ensure their readiness for assessments.
Requirements: Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certification required at hire.Eligibility to be a Lead Certified CMMC Assessor (Lead CCA), which requires:Five years of cybersecurity experienceFive years of management experienceThree years of audit or assessment experienceOne active certification from Directive 8140.3 Job ID 612 from the advanced level of Personnel CertificationsExperience managing and leading CMMC or similar compliance assessments.Strong understanding of CMMC standards, NIST 800-171, and DFARS 7012 requirements.Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with experience in managing complex projects.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Self-motivated, energetic, and comfortable working in a client-facing role. Desired Qualifications: Experience in a multi-client environment, preferably in managed services or assessment services.Strong familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Azure, particularly with M365 GCC High and Azure Government.CISSP, CISM, or other prominent security certifications are a plus. What We Can Offer: Sentinel Blue is a fast-growing, mission-driven company dedicated to providing enterprise-class cybersecurity to small and medium-sized businesses. We believe in pushing the boundaries and finding innovative ways to meet our mission. Working here, you will be exposed to new and emerging technologies, find challenging projects, and experience the direct impact of your contributions.
Fully remote, flexible full-time position.Fully paid individual healthcare, vision, and dental insurance.Paid certification and training opportunities.Three weeks of paid vacation plus 10 paid holidays.A supportive environment with a focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Retirement benefit (401k) with company match.Remote work stipend.