Security Consultant - CMMC And NIST 800-171

Security Consultant (CMMC / NIST 800-171) - 12-Month W2 Contract - Hybrid (Tue-Thu Onsite)

Contract Length: 12 Months (W2, 40-hour work week)
Work Model: Hybrid - Onsite Tuesday-Thursday, Remote Monday & Friday
Location: Spring, Texas
Role Type: Security Consultant - CMMC / NIST 800-171 Compliance

Overview

A leading organization undergoing a major cybersecurity compliance initiative is seeking an experienced Security Consultant to support its path toward CMMC Level 2 readiness. This role focuses on translating NIST 800-171 and CMMC requirements into practical, technical security controls across applications supporting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
You will join a fast-moving program with a firm audit deadline and work closely with security, architecture, and development teams to ensure applications meet DoD-aligned security requirements.

Top Skills & Experience

Required

• NIST 800-171 expertise (2-3+ years preferred)
• CMMC compliance experience or exposure
• Risk assessments involving mapping NIST/CMMC controls to application security capabilities
• Strong understanding of CUI handling requirements, including:
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Logging and monitoring
  • Encryption
  • Boundary protection
  • Vulnerability management
• Technical writing and documentation experience

Nice-to-Have Certifications

• CCP (Certified CMMC Professional)
• CCA (Certified CMMC Assessor)
• CISSP
• CISA
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or M365 Security Administrator Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Perform security assessments of applications supporting CUI and high-risk business processes.
• Map applicable CMMC and NIST 800-171 controls to application-level security capabilities.
• Define technical security requirements for systems that create, process, store, or transmit CUI.
• Partner with engineering and architecture teams to implement secure design patterns.
• Support creation of System Security Plans (SSPs), POAMs, and remediation strategies.
• Provide security advisory support during application modernization, cloud initiatives, and system integrations.
• Assist with ongoing readiness for third-party audits by a C3PAO.

Note: Application scoping is provided-this consultant will not be responsible for determining the in-scope universe.

Work Environment & Team Structure

• Hybrid work schedule - onsite Tuesday through Thursday
• Join a focused compliance team consisting of:
  • 2 Security Consultants
  • 1 Cloud Architect
  • 1 Application Architect
  • PMO support
• High-visibility role within a major security and compliance initiative
• Fast-paced environment with immediate impact expected

Why This Role Matters

This organization must achieve CMMC Level 2 compliance ahead of a third-party audit scheduled for late year. To meet this hard deadline, they need consultants who can immediately convert compliance requirements into actionable, technical security solutions across their application portfolio.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful and measurable impact from day one.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Spring, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Spring,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.