• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Consultant

    Paragon Cyber Solutions (Tampa, FL)


    Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Consultant to support cybersecurity compliance initiatives and conduct in-depth security assessments. The position requires deep expertise in cybersecurity, compliance frameworks, and risk management, with a particular emphasis on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver high-quality results across a variety of security-focused initiatives.

    Responsibilities

    CMMC Assessment Responsibilities:

    + Conduct formal CMMC assessments in accordance with CMMC Accreditation Body (CMMC-AB) guidelines and methodologies.

    + Document assessment findings and produce detailed reports outlining compliance status, non-conformities, and recommendations for improvement.

    + Maintain current knowledge of the CMMC framework and emerging cybersecurity standards.

    Cybersecurity Responsibilities:

    + Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and policy reviews to enhance organizational security postures.

    + Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining security policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices (e.g., NIST SP 800-171, ISO 27001).

    + Support incident response planning and execution, ensuring robust organizational readiness.

    + Collaborate and strategize with clients and internal teams to develop cybersecurity roadmaps.

    + Provide general advisory services on IT security and compliance for government and commercial clients.

    Administrative & Team Support:

    + Contribute to proposal development for cybersecurity-related contracts and services.

    + Participate in sales discussions and identify opportunities to expand CMMC and cybersecurity service offerings.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

    Requirements

    Mandatory:

    + At least 3 years of experience in cybersecurity compliance, auditing, or risk management, ideally in the defense industry.

    + A solid grasp of the CMMC framework, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, and cybersecurity best practices.

    + Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical ideas to non-technical individuals.

    + Strong problem-solving abilities along with excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.

    + CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8140 Certification.

    + Occasional or limited travel may vary based on client needs.

    Preferred

    + Hold an active CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) certification, which includes Delta training and Suitability.

    + Have experience with various compliance frameworks like NIST, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or PCI DSS.

    + Be familiar with tools such as eMASS and Xacta.

    + Possess security certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CEH.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or have equivalent work experience.

     

    Benefits

     

    + Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).

    + Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).

    + Paid Time Off & Paid Public Holidays.

    + Short and Long-Term Disability.

    + Healthy Work-Life Balance.

    + Training & Development.

     

    Why Work For Paragon Cyber Solutions?

     

    You want to make a difference. You want to be recognized by name versus being a number. You want to work with a company where you can grow and work in different areas to increase your knowledge/experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and need to live it.

     

    As a small business, each team member rolls up their sleeves and helps where needed (including our CEO). Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with multi-tasking and prefers working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must be adaptable to the needs of a growing business.

     

    A Model of Excellence

     

    That’s our motto in all we do and what we seek in our team members.

     

    Are you a hardworking professional seeking a new opportunity that fosters growth? Look no further!

     

    We are an award-winning minority, woman, veteran-owned, 8(a), EDWOSB, SDVOSB, Tampa, FL-based small business. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients protect the integrity of their business operations.