Senior Consultant

Emagine IT, Inc.

Senior Consultant leading system security assessments in cloud environments for FedRAMP compliance. Collaborating with clients to ensure cybersecurity standards and project delivery.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead system security assessments within cloud-based environments in accordance with FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, OMB, and other authoritative IT security guidance
Provide direction for scheduling, project sequencing, and resource management; assist with managing client expectations and performing project management
Prepare, review, and/or update, and maintain IT Security supporting artifacts; provide IT security guidance to Information System Owners
Identifying information security problems and challenges, researching and developing technical solutions to rectify them
Execute, examine, interview, and test procedures in accordance with FedRAMP requirements and NIST SP 800-53A
Ensure cyber security policies are adhered to and that required controls are implemented
Validate information system security documentation to ensure FedRAMP and NIST control requirements are met
Author recommendations based on findings to improve security postures compliant with FedRAMP and NIST controls
Assist in the review and analysis of Security Authorization Packages for completeness and compliance with FedRAMP and NIST requirements.
Participate in client interviews to complete Security Assessments.
Ensure existing systems Security Authorization Packages remain up to date throughout the life cycle.
Build a customer-focused relationship with client(s).
Collaborate across multiple internal teams to ensure successful delivery of results based on scope of work.
Establish standards and procedures to minimize risks.
Drive working sessions with client to ensure expectations and direction are aligned and timelines are being met.
Demonstrate ability to lead projects through the project lifecycle from initiation to project closure.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-8 years of experience in either auditing or consulting
Strong FedRAMP and NIST experience (in order of preference): FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC
Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical audiences
Broad based IT background with a technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with strong presentation skills.
Ability to interact with clients and represent Emagine IT in a professional manner.
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks.
Serve as a mentor to Associate Security Consultants and Security Consultants on best practices.
Team player able to work well with others in a collaborative manner and is a self-starter who can work with minimum supervision.
Work to continually build and improve solid and well-rounded practices and processes.
Must have: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Must also have one (1) of the following: CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Continuing Education (CE)
GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
CISSP-Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP)
CISSP-Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP)
CISSP-Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP)
CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)
Nice to have:
Certified FedRAMP Inspector: Baltimore Cyber Range (BCR) Certified
Must be certifiable within two (2) to three (3) months with training if BCR is not currently obtained

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible working hours
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

FedRAMPNIST SP 800-53FISMANIST SP 800-171RMFcyber securitysecurity assessmentsproject managementinformation securitysecurity configurations

Soft Skills

communication skillsclient interactionteam playermentoringcollaborationproject lifecycle managementproblem-solvingresource managementpresentation skillsself-starter

Certifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)CISSP-Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP)CISSP-Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP)