# CMMC Level 2 Certified Assessor

> Velero · Tampa, United States (Remote) · Contract · Posted 2026-05-19

**Workplace:** remote

## Description

We seek a highly skilled CMMC Level 2 Certified Assessor (CCA) to join our team on a project basis. This role involves conducting official CMMC Level 2 assessments for organizations seeking certification, preparing detailed audit reports, and ensuring alignment with the standards set by the CMMC Accreditation Body (CMMC-AB).

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Perform official CMMC Level 2 assessments for organizations seeking certification.
-   Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, policies, and procedures, identifying compliance gaps.
-   Prepare comprehensive audit reports, including findings, recommendations, and remediation plans, following CMMC-AB standards.
-   Collaborate with a C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization) to ensure assessments meet accreditation requirements.
-   Guide organizations through the formal CMMC assessment process, ensuring readiness and compliance with certification criteria.
-   Stay updated on CMMC requirements, standards, and best practices changes.

## Requirements

### Qualifications, Skills & Certifications

-   Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security auditing, with a strong focus on NIST SP 800-171 compliance.
-   Familiarity with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Assessment Process and documentation requirements.
-   Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 standards, security controls, and compliance requirements.
-   Deep understanding of information security principles, risk management, and audit methodologies.
-   Experience leading formal compliance interviews, presenting findings and remediation plans, and guiding organizations through CMMC readiness and certification discussions.

### Required Certification

-   Currently hold an LCCA certification.
-   Currently hold, have previously held, or be willing to obtain a CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) certification under client sponsorship.

### Preferred Certifications

-   Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
-   Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
-   Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)

## Benefits

Flexible, project-based engagements with the opportunity to work on high-impact cybersecurity compliance initiatives.

Compensation: 8,000-15,000 USD per project.

Opportunity to work on 80+ hour engagements with established clients across regulated industries.

## Apply

[Apply at Velero](https://apply.workable.com/velero/j/61910A3940/apply)

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