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OCT Consulting LLC

Junior Certified CMMC Assessor, CCA

OCT Consulting LLC

Certified CMMC Assessor supporting OCT's CMMC Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization practice. Conducting Level 2 certification assessments and maintaining compliance with regulations in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/4/2026contractMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $35 - $50 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • OCT currently has an opening for a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) to support the build-out of OCT’s CMMC Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) practice. This position conducts CMMC Level 2 certification assessment activities as a member of the assessment team under the direction of the Lead Certified CMMC Assessor.
  • Conduct CMMC Level 2 certification assessment activities as a member of the assessment team under the direction of the Lead Assessor (LCCA).
  • Examine documentation and artifacts, interview personnel, and test security controls across the 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 requirements using NIST SP 800-171A methods.
  • Document findings and recommend MET / NOT MET / NOT APPLICABLE determinations for assigned requirements, with supporting evidence.
  • Support development of the assessment plan, scope validation, and pre-assessment readiness reviews.
  • Contribute to the assessment report and support POA&M closeout activities within the required timeframe.
  • Maintain assessment evidence and working papers in accordance with C3PAO procedures and ISO/IEC 17020:2012.
  • Adhere to the Cyber AB Code of Professional Conduct, conflict-of-interest, ethics, and impartiality requirements at all times.

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.
  • - 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, information systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • - Typically 4+ years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience, including exposure to NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC.
  • - Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2, NIST SP 800-171A, 32 CFR Part 170, and DFARS 252.204-7012.
  • - Additional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISA, or CCP preferred.
  • - Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
  • - Location / on-site: Remote-eligible with availability to travel to client sites for on-site assessment activities as required.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • About OCT Consulting
  • OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.****At OCT we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized.
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Hard Skills & Tools
CMMC Level 2 Certification AssessmentSecurity Control TestingAssessment PlanningEvidence DocumentationISO/IEC 17020:2012 ComplianceNIST Standards Knowledge
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommunication Skills
Certifications
Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)CompTIA Security+CISSPCISACCP