Quality Assurance, CMMC Assessments

OCT Consulting LLC

Quality Assurance Individual providing oversight for CMMC Level 2 certification assessments in a consulting firm supporting Federal Government clients. Ensuring quality management aligned with ISO and Cyber AB requirements.

Posted 6/19/2026contractMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $35 - $50 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide independent quality assurance review of CMMC Level 2 certification assessments, ensuring methodology, evidence sufficiency, scoring, and determinations are consistent, complete, and defensible.
Review assessment plans, evidence packages, working papers, and final reports prior to issuance of any Certificate of CMMC Status.
Maintain and continuously improve the C3PAO quality management system in alignment with ISO/IEC 17020:2012 and Cyber AB requirements.
Verify adherence to NIST SP 800-171A assessment procedures and to the Cyber AB Code of Professional Conduct, conflict-of-interest, ethics, and impartiality requirements.
Identify nonconformities, track corrective actions, and support internal audits and management reviews.
Ensure assessment records are complete and retained per policy, and support DIBCAC and Cyber AB oversight and surveillance activities.
Maintain independence from the assessment teams whose work is being reviewed in order to preserve impartiality of the quality function.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. Citizen. U.S. citizenship is mandatory for this role because all personnel participating in the CMMC Level 2 certification assessment process must complete a Tier 3 background investigation resulting in a determination of national security eligibility.
Active Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certification in good standing (required for this role in addition to quality responsibilities).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Tier 3 background investigation resulting in a national security eligibility determination (this is not a security clearance and is not for the purpose of government employment). The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check.
Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, quality management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Typically 6+ years of cybersecurity, information assurance, audit, or quality experience, including NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC.
Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020:2012, quality management systems, and internal auditing practices.
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2, NIST SP 800-171A, and 32 CFR Part 170.
Certifications such as CISA, ISO 17020 / quality auditor credentials, or CISSP preferred.
Strong attention to detail, sound independent judgment, and the ability to maintain impartiality.
Location / on-site: Remote-eligible with occasional to client sites travel as required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Cybersecurity OCT Consulting LLC is a SBA-certified 8(a) small disadvantaged business specializing in providing a wide range of professional services to Federal Government clients. The company offers services in areas such as acquisition, IT management, cybersecurity, program management, and strategy and analytics. OCT Consulting focuses on supporting federal agencies by enabling them to navigate complex initiatives through in-depth analysis, strategic guidance, and skilled implementation. The experienced consultants at OCT are committed to delivering high-value and tailored solutions to ensure client success. Quality Assurance, CMMC Assessments 🔥 2 hours ago 🏢🏡 McLean – Hybrid 💵 $35 - $50 / hour ⏳ Contract/Temporary 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 🔧 QA Engineer (Quality Assurance) Cyber Security Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Provide independent quality assurance review of CMMC Level 2 certification assessments, ensuring methodology, evidence sufficiency, scoring, and determinations are consistent, complete, and defensible.
Review assessment plans, evidence packages, working papers, and final reports prior to issuance of any Certificate of CMMC Status.
Maintain and continuously improve the C3PAO quality management system in alignment with ISO/IEC 17020:2012 and Cyber AB requirements.
Verify adherence to NIST SP 800-171A assessment procedures and to the Cyber AB Code of Professional Conduct, conflict-of-interest, ethics, and impartiality requirements.
Identify nonconformities, track corrective actions, and support internal audits and management reviews.
Ensure assessment records are complete and retained per policy, and support DIBCAC and Cyber AB oversight and surveillance activities.
Maintain independence from the assessment teams whose work is being reviewed in order to preserve impartiality of the quality function. 🎯 Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen. U.S. citizenship is mandatory for this role because all personnel participating in the CMMC Level 2 certification assessment process must complete a Tier 3 background investigation resulting in a determination of national security eligibility.
Active Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certification in good standing (required for this role in addition to quality responsibilities).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Tier 3 background investigation resulting in a national security eligibility determination (this is not a security clearance and is not for the purpose of government employment). The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check.
Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, quality management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Typically 6+ years of cybersecurity, information assurance, audit, or quality experience, including NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC.
Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020:2012, quality management systems, and internal auditing practices.
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2, NIST SP 800-171A, and 32 CFR Part 170.
Certifications such as CISA, ISO 17020 / quality auditor credentials, or CISSP preferred.
Strong attention to detail, sound independent judgment, and the ability to maintain impartiality.
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Hard Skills & Tools

CMMC Level 2 certificationNIST SP 800-171NIST SP 800-171AISO/IEC 17020:2012quality management systemsinternal auditingevidence sufficiencyassessment procedurescorrective actionsquality assurance

Soft Skills

attention to detailindependent judgmentimpartialitycommunicationorganizational skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solvingethical decision-makingconflict resolutionteam collaboration

Certifications

Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)CISACISSPISO 17020quality auditor credentials