Project Manager
Apidel Technologies
- Solon, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
Knowledge/Experience/Certifications:
Required / Preferable: Knowledge of USG CUI Program, CMMC framework, NIST SP 800-171, FAR 52.204-21, DFARS 252.204-7012, and DFARS 252.204-7020.
Preferable: Familiarity with USG ECI rules.
Preferable: Experience managing compliance, IT security, or USG related projects.
Preferable Certifications: CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) or Certified CMMC Professional (CCP)Location:
US East Coast (close to major airport hub for ease of travel)
Other Criteria: US Citizen or Green Card HolderResponsibilities:
Roles & Deliverables:
Project Planning and Execution 1. Develop and manage project plans to achieve CUI and ECI compliance across IT infrastructure and operations. 2. Define scope, schedule, milestones, deliverables, and resource needs. 3. Align project goals with US Government requirements and internal strategic objectives.
CUI and ECI Assessment, Readiness and Implementation - Prior to pursuing certification, an internal audit must be conducted to validate compliance across all applicable areas. Following certification, the SSP must be actively maintained and updated to reflect any changes in the environment. 1. Coordinate remediation activities and improvements to organizational compliance programs. 2. Ensure the development, maintenance, and enforcement of necessary security documents, including System Security Plans.
Stakeholder Coordination - Achieving compliance requires close collaboration and coordinated efforts across a diverse range of teams and business units.. 1. Collaborate with cybersecurity, IT, legal, procurement, HR, and executive teams to align responsibilities. 2. Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams and external assessors. 3. Facilitate communication between project sponsors and technical teams.
Documentation and Audit Readiness Maintain strong organization and thorough documentation. All information must be relevant, accurate, and comprehensive, necessitating regular review and updates. 1. Ensure all necessary compliance artifacts, evidence, and documentation are current and auditable. 2. Maintain a compliance document repository (e.g., SSPs, incident response plans, access control logs). 3. Oversee regular reviews, updates, and submission of required compliance documentation.
Budget and Resource Management All BUs will need detailed budget projections that account for both the initial costs associated with achieving certification and the ongoing expenses required to maintain compliance. 1. Estimate and manage project budgets, including tools, consultants, and assessment costs. 2. Secure necessary resources, both internal and external, for successful project execution.
Training and Awareness Training & Awareness are a requirement for compliance. Must be able to conduct multiple trainings and show/keep documentation of the trainings. 1. Coordinate CMMC and other cybersecurity training programs for technical and non-technical personnel. 2. Promote cybersecurity awareness and proper handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ECI.Comments/Special Instructions:
The role is critical and would be a temp role for 6 months to 1 year and potentially could go up to 2 years.
Ability to travel (domestic) as per business requirement
All interviews will be over TeamsPreferred skills
Project Manager