CMMC Compliance Analyst

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This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you're ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

** The Role*
* Lumen is looking for an experienced cybersecurity compliance professional to support the ongoing continuous monitoring and compliance operations of a CMMC Level 2 (L2) assessed enclave. These roles are critical to maintaining audit readiness, sustaining compliance with NIST SP 800-171, and supporting successful C3

PAO reassessments.

The ideal candidates bring hands-on experience supporting a successful CMMC Level 2 assessment and possess a strong understanding of control implementation, evidence management, and continuous monitoring practices within a regulated DoD environment.

** Location*
* This is a remote opportunity open to candidates located anywhere in the U.S.

** The Main Responsibilities*
* + Execute continuous monitoring activities across a CMMC L2 enclave, ensuring ongoing compliance with NIST SP 800-171 controls

+ Maintain audit-ready evidence repositories, including policies, procedures, and technical artifacts

+ Perform periodic control assessments, validation, and remediation tracking

+ Support POA&M management, including identification, documentation, and closure of findings

+ Leverage GRC tools to manage controls, track compliance status, and maintain evidence

+ Collaborate with system owners, engineers, and ISSOs to ensure proper control implementation and sustainment

+ Prepare for and support C3

PAO assessments, surveillance reviews, and re-certification activities

+ Track and report compliance status, risks, and metrics to leadership

+ Assist in updating SSPs, network diagrams, data flow diagrams, and supporting documentation

** What We Look For in a Candidate*
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* Required Qualifications:

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* + CMMC Registered Practitioner Advanced (RPA)

+ CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) certification within the first six months

+ Demonstrated experience supporting a successful CMMC Level 2 C3

PAO assessment

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Experience with continuous monitoring, audit preparation, and compliance documentation

+ Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 controls and assessment objectives

+ Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CMMC-related cybersecurity and contracting requirements for Defense Industrial Base contractors.

+ Familiarity with evolving CMMC requirements

+ Experience integrating GRC platforms into continuous monitoring workflows and reporting

+ Familiarity with POA&M management and remediation processes

+ Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven environment with strong attention to detail

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) certification

+ Experience supporting FedRAMP Moderate or High ATO environments

+ Hands-on experience using GRC tools such as Service Now IRM, Diligent, Archer, or similar platforms

+ Understanding of cloud environments (Azure Gov, AWS Gov Cloud) in regulated enclaves

** Compensation*
* This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$105,786 - $141,047 in these states: AL  AR  AZ  FL  GA  IA    IN  KS  KY  LA  ME  MO  MS  MT  ND  NE  NM  OH  OK  PA  SC  SD  TN  UT  VT  WI  WV  WY

$111,074 - $148,099 in these states: CO  HI  MI  MN  NC  NH  NV  OR  RI

$116,364 - $155,152 in these states: AK  CA  CT  DC  DE  IL  MA  MD  NJ  NY  TX  VA  WA

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