The Managed Services Senior Consultant with CMMC specialization is partnering with clients to form a long-lasting relationship while assisting with their growth across the Office 365 platform. This role is responsible to achieve, maintain, and operationalize compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) through managed security and compliance services. This role blends advisory consulting, technical security operations, and ongoing compliance management to support clients before, during, and after CMMC assessments

As part of the Managed Services team, you are responsible for helping to foster the long-term relationship and partnership with our clients. Going beyond just doing good technical work, and into being a good co-worker, partner, and advisor.

### Essential Functions

Help clients prepare for and maintain CMMC compliance

Review systems and identify compliance gaps

Create and maintain required documents (SSPs, POA&Ms, policies)

Monitor security controls and compliance evidence on an ongoing basis

Support remediation efforts and track progress

Prepare clients for CMMC assessments and audits

Explain CMMC requirements in clear, practical terms

Act as the primary point of contact for assigned managed services CMMC clients

Lead client meetings, executive briefings, and compliance status reviews

Provide practical, risk‑based recommendations balancing compliance, cost, and operational impact

Educate client stakeholders on CMMC responsibilities and best practices

Collaborate with security operations, cloud, and IT teams to implement compliant archite

ctures

Assist with secure enclave, GCC High, or compliant cloud deployments where applicable

Track regulatory updates to CMMC, DFARS, and DoD guidance and advise clients accordingly

### Qualifications

Experience with CMMC and/or NIST 800‑171

Background in cybersecurity, compliance, or managed services

Strong documentation and communication skills

Ability to work directly with clients

Microsoft or Technical certifications are a positive and should be noted, especially related to the core technology stack of M365

Real-world, hands-on experience delivering messaging and collaboration solutions utilizing Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 within large complex environments.

CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) or Certified Assessor (CCA)CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or similar cybersecurity certifications

Experience supporting DoD contractors or federal compliance environments

Familiarity with Microsoft GCC / GCC High or other compliant cloud platforms

CMMC Managed Services Consultant

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