Federal Staff Consultant

As a Federal Staff Consultant, you will primarily focus on conducting FISMA and FedRAMP assessments. As a new member of A-LIGN, you will have the opportunity to complete our federal audit training program, which is our own proprietary course that will enable you to be on your way to becoming a SME in the federal audit space. During training, you will review all areas related to federal assessments such as NIST 800-53 and FISMA, but with a particular emphasis on gaining expertise in FedRAMP audits as a 3

PAO Assessor.

During training, you will also benefit from on-the-job shadowing. A-LIGN employs a business model that builds on the best of what the largest security consulting firms have to offer, such as the ability to offer high quality professionals a variety of project experience with high profile clients.

This position is open nationwide - candidates living anywhere in the United States can apply.

• Assist client with evidence review
• Clearly communicate with clients regarding evidence
• Review SSPs for testing
• Communicate to management any potential issues
• Manage time and provide weekly detailed project status reports to management
• Draft quality reports to be reviewed by senior members of the team

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in management information systems, information security, computer science, or relevant discipline; or combination of relevant education and work experience

EXPERIENCE

• Around 1 - 2 years of experience performing information security reviews
• Experience performing security audits against published standards

SKILLS

• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively

• 401 (K) Plan with Employer Matching
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Virtual Employment
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Vacation Bonus
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
• Paid Holidays Schedule
• Certification Reimbursement

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit

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A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer! Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply.