Compliance Specialist

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Compliance Specialist to work remotely . Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

We seek an experienced and motivated Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist to join our compliance operations team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with various information security disciplines, regulations, and frameworks. In this role, you will be critical in guiding both external and internal clients on regulatory compliance, conducting gap assessments, and implementing security controls that align with frameworks such as CMMC, HITRUST, and FedRAMP. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cybersecurity and compliance, helping clients achieve and maintain the security standards required in their industries.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with the selected candidate able to work both on-site at the client's or ECS's facilities and remotely on some days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance on cybersecurity regulations, standards, and best practices to ensure clients remain compliant with relevant laws and frameworks.
• Conduct cybersecurity gap assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential risks, gaps, and areas for improvement.
• Assist clients in developing and updating security policies, procedures, and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare clients for audits with regulatory bodies and perform internal compliance reviews.
• Collaborate with clients on incident response planning, ensuring they are prepared to meet regulatory obligations in case of a breach.
• Generate reports documenting compliance efforts, including risk assessments, mitigation measures, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Coordinating and assisting implementation of controls to safeguard sensitive information in DoD supported solicitations/contracts.

Additional Information:

This position offers the chance to work on meaningful compliance projects, contributing to the security and resilience of client organizations. If you have the expertise and passion for cybersecurity compliance, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000

General Description of Benefits

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in information systems security, risk management, consulting, and compliance, with a minimum of 2+ years in a similar role.
• Experience and knowledge with DFARS and supporting CMMC compliance.
• Experience in conducting assessments
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks like NIST 800-171, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, and CIS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• CMMC Registered Practitioner Advanced (RPA) or able to obtain within 90 days of employment
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Desired Skills

• Defense Security Clearance is a nice to have

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3300+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.