Lead CMMC Certified Assessor (LCCA)

As the Lead CMMC Certified Assessor (LCCA) at an Authorized or Accredited C3PAO, will be responsible for conducting formal cybersecurity assessments against the CMMC Level 2 requirements. In this role, the LCCA will work under the governance of the CyberAB, you will evaluate defense contractors' cybersecurity maturity and compliance posture based on NIST SP 800-171 and the CMMC Assessment Process (CAP). In addition, the LCCA will secure collaboration with federal partners, and compliance with strict operational security guidelines.

This is a remote role, and it also requires up to 50% of travel.

Responsibilities

• Conducts CMMC Level 2 certification assessments in accordance with the CyberAB CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) and ISO/IEC 17020 standards
• Reviews evidence artifacts and interview organization personnel to validate the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls
• Collaborates with assessment teams and team leads to produce objective, technically sound findings
• Documents findings clearly and concisely in the official CMMC assessment report
• Maintains impartiality and confidentiality throughout the assessment process
• Uses secure and approved devices, tools, and platforms for data handling, in compliance with CMMC and CyberAB requirements
• Participates in pre-assessment planning, scoping, and kick-off meetings with organizations seeking certification
• Provides technical guidance to junior assessment team members (e.g., CCPs) as needed
• Supports internal audit and quality assurance reviews by the C3PAO and CyberAB
• Stays current on updates to the CAP, CMMC model, DFARS 252.204-7012, and relevant cybersecurity frameworks
• Conducts CMMC readiness assessments, evaluating client security controls and delivering comprehensive gap analysis reports
• Ensures compliance by verifying and documenting the implementation of security controls and ensure regulatory alignment with industry frameworks
• Assists in the development and refinement of critical CMMC documentation, including SSPs and supporting documentation
• Engages effectively in client meetings to help drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity and compliance practices within the organization
• Conducts interviews, collects objective evidence, validates control implementation, and contributes to comprehensive assessment reports
• Performs other tasks as required by OSC Edge

Required Qualifications / Education and Experience
Required Qualifications/Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related discipline or equivalent experience
• Active CMMC Lead Certified Assessor (LCCA) certification in good standing issued by CyberAB
• 5 or more years of cybersecurity experience, including security assessments, compliance audits, or IT risk management
• Ability to pass a background check for handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-171 and general NIST cybersecurity frameworks
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17020 and third-party conformity assessments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical report writing
• Proficiency with secure collaboration platforms (e.g., GCC-High, FedRAMP Moderate or equivalent environments)
• Professionalism, impartiality, and a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)

Preferred Qualifications/Education and Experience

• Secret clearance preferred
• Prior experience with ISO 17020 conformity assessment processes
• Number of assessments led and depth of NIST SP 800-171 knowledge

OSC Edge delivers a total rewards package that we know will attract, engage and retain top talent. Key elements of our package include a competitive base pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

We offer eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefits offerings. Here are just some of our benefits for our US based positions:

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Flexible Spending
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• 401(k) and ROTH retirement options and company match
• Pet Insurance
• Identify Theft and Fraud Protection coverage

About OSC Edge:

Founded in 2008, what started as a small business has grown into a diverse and innovative global team owned by Cook Inlet Region, Inc. an Alaska Native Regional Corporation. As a US Federal contractor, we are a dedicated IT Service Provider supporting the Departments of the Army, Navy, Air Force, DoD Educational Institutions, and large corporate entities. Our expertise is in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Compliance Management, Enterprise Architecture, IT Support, and CSfC. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply to join our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled