Senior Compliance Advisor
Full-Time
Remote
USA - Must Work EST (8:30AM - 5:30PM)
U.S Citizen
Primary Purpose and Goal of Role
We are on the lookout for a competent and enthusiastic Senior Compliance Advisor to guide our team in delivering expert advisory services within the realm of FedRAMP compliance and cloud security. This role is ideal for someone who excels in managing projects under strict timelines and budgets, and who is comfortable in both technical and compliance discussions. A hands-on, "roll up the sleeves" approach is essential for success in this dynamic and challenging position.
Responsibilities
- Independently lead walkthroughs and manage projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Efficiently coordinate and produce critical deliverables, including comprehensive policies and procedures documentation.
- Conduct thorough reviews of assessments performed by third-party assessors for accuracy and completeness.
- Skillfully negotiate with federal customers, clarifying and interpreting compliance requirements and control implementations.
- Facilitate fluent conversations with technical architects and compliance experts, bridging technical and compliance perspectives.
- Drive technical discussions on cloud security controls and FedRAMP requirements, demonstrating deep subject matter expertise.
- Execute comprehensive gap assessments, identifying risks and developing strategies for compliance.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering an environment of learning and growth in FedRAMP processes.
- Stay abreast of changes in FedRAMP regulations, ensuring all strategies and processes are up-to-date and compliant.
- Embrace a hands-on, proactive approach to all tasks, demonstrating a strong commitment to achieving project goals and client satisfaction.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in cloud security and compliance, with a strong focus on FedRAMP.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects efficiently under tight deadlines and budget constraints.
- Proven leadership skills and experience in a role requiring a proactive and hands-on approach.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and compliance professionals.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles and FedRAMP guidelines.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, cloud-specific certifications) preferred.
Quzara LLC is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.