Senior IT Auditor – FISMA, FedRAMP

Align Technology

Senior IT Auditor managing assessments for FISMA and FedRAMP compliance at A-LIGN. Leading projects and mentoring teams in a cybersecurity-focused environment.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityPMPVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead assessments from initiation to project closure including:
Planning/Closing Meeting
Process Walkthroughs
Leading Findings Discussion
Regular status updates internally and externally
Coach other team members and assessors as part of team
Drive working sessions with clients to ensure expectations and direction are aligned and timelines are being met
Execute security assessments in accordance with NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, 800-171, and other authoritative IT security guidance
Develop Security Authorization Packages and ensure completeness and compliance with FedRAMP requirements and other authoritative IT security guidance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, information security, computer science, or relevant discipline; or combination of relevant education and work experience
At least 3 years of experience in information security, with strong NIST experience (in order of preference): NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP, RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171
Demonstrated knowledge of NIST publications, such as: NIST SP 800-30 rev 1, 800-37 rev 1 or 2, 800-53 rev 4, 800-53A rev 4, 800-60 Vol 1 & 2 rev 1, and 800-171 rev 1
Experience with government compliance, including FISMA, FedRAMP, RMF, and CSF
Experience with commercial cloud environments; architectures, technologies, and services
Lead at least five FedRAMP or FISMA engagements from kick-off to report delivery
At least one advanced cybersecurity certification such as: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CRISC, CAP, CASP, or other relevant security certifications, multiple are preferred
At least one vendor-specific cloud-related technology certifications such as: AWS, MS Azure, Google Cloud, Cisco Cloud, VMWare, etc. is preferred
PMP is a plus
Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation working in a fast-paced environment
Ability to lead multiple assessment engagements and train junior staff
Excellent communication skills to include the ability to explain technical matters to a non-technical audience
Broad IT background with technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
Competitive Bonus Structure
Home Office Reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Personalized Career Coaching
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
Vacation Bonus
Summer Hours

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Hard Skills & Tools

NIST SP 800-53NIST SP 800-37NIST SP 800-171FedRAMPFISMARMFsecurity assessmentsSecurity Authorization Packagescloud environmentssecurity configurations

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcoachingteam collaborationdeadline managementmotivationtrainingclient engagementprocess walkthroughsstatus updates

Certifications

CISSPCISMCISACCSPCRISCCAPCASPPMP