CMMC Assessor (Independent Contractor)
Smithers
Summary
The Quality Assessments Division of Smithers seeks an ambitious and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Certified Assessor (CCA) to join our growing cybersecurity assessment team. Smithers is an authorized CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) in the CMMC ecosystem, providing CMMC assessments to manufacturers within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
Job description
As a CMMC Assessor, you will support clients by conducting assessments, evaluating and enhancing cybersecurity postures, and ensuring compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standards. Your goal is to build positive relationships with our customers while providing quality auditing and exceptional support services.
Duties
- Meet and maintain the Cyber AB competency and certification requirements for a CCA.
- Conducts assessments of client facilities to determine their level of conformity with the requirements of the standard (pre-assessments, certification assessments, surveillance, special, and re-certification).
- Report findings verbally and in written format. Writes and submits audit reports to meet certifications requirements.
- Maintain timely communications with office personnel and assigned clients via voice, email, written reports, etc.
- Must maintain a current schedule of assessments per assessment timing requirements and SQA procedures.
- Submit assessment reports, plans, and other critical audit documentation; and assessment expense reports in a timely manner following SQA procedures.
- Maintain acquired credentials from Cyber AB for CCA while auditing with SQA.
- Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and other mandatory training sessions as scheduled by SQA management.
- Participate in sales activities upon request.
- Work with staff to enhance the effectiveness and efficiencies of work processes.
- Enter data into appropriate databases or systems as required.
Qualifications
- Meet Cyber AB certification qualifications for a CCA.
- An ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification is desired.
Requirements
- Meet Cyber AB certification qualifications for a CCA
- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification is desired
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and Development
- Hybrid Work Schedule
Company overview
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Smithers is a multinational provider of comprehensive testing, consulting, information, and certification services. With world-class laboratories and operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, the company serves diverse industries including life sciences, transportation, packaging, materials, components, consumer goods, and energy. Smithers delivers accurate data and regulatory compliance solutions by integrating scientific expertise with advanced technology and business acumen, enabling clients to innovate with confidence. The company's life science division offers specialized pharmaceutical development services, medical device testing, environmental risk assessment, and cannabis testing, supporting clients through all phases of product development and regulatory approval. With a team of 501-1,000 employees including key opinion leaders and scientific experts, Smithers maintains a reputation for delivering precise, timely results that meet stringent FDA, EMA, and ISO standards across multiple regulatory frameworks.