What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) position at JBW Federal?
JBW Federal is a subsidiary company of the Kanaka Foundation - An NHO who's mission is to support Native Hawaiians.
You will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Pet insurance
- Annual membership to Costco or Sam's
- 401K
- ...and much, much more!
About JBW Federal: JBW Federal is a trusted provider of cybersecurity and compliance services for federal contractors and organizations operating in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). We specialize in navigating complex security frameworks like CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS requirements to help clients achieve and maintain compliance while enhancing their overall security posture.
Position Overview: JBW Federal is seeking a CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) to support our clients in preparing for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) assessments. This role focuses on advisory services, compliance readiness, and security documentation tailored for organizations pursuing CMMC Level 2 certification.
As a key member of our compliance services team, you will also help identify opportunities to expand our managed IT and MSSP partnerships by engaging in CMMC-related discussions with prospective clients and technology providers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Guide clients through CMMC Level 2 readiness and compliance initiatives.
- Perform gap assessments against the CMMC framework and NIST SP 800-171 controls.
- Support development and documentation of System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and other audit-ready materials.
- Advise on remediation strategies and assist clients in implementing security and compliance controls.
- Conduct mock assessments and provide guidance for eventual C3PAO evaluations.
- Participate in client discussions and proposal efforts related to managed services and CMMC compliance.
- Monitor and interpret updates to CMMC, DFARS, and NIST guidelines to keep clients informed and compliant.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of IT and security solutions that align with compliance objectives.
Required Qualifications:
- Active CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) certification.
- 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT governance, or compliance-related roles.
- Familiarity with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, and FedRAMP is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in compliance documentation.
- Experience working with federal contractors or DIB suppliers is a strong advantage.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- U.S. Citizenship required due to federal compliance work.
Kanaka Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information (family medical history), or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/AA employer/Vet/Disabled.