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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Auditor - **Company:** Align Communications, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Systems Development Life Cycle, Google Cloud, Information Technology, Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/senior-it-auditor-fisma-fedramp/9404814 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in management information systems, information security, computer science, or relevant discipline; or combination of relevant education and work experience * Master's degree is a plus, * At least 3 years of experience in information security, with strong NIST experience (in order of preference): NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP, RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171 * Demonstrated knowledge of NIST publications, such as: NIST SP 800-30 rev 1, 800-37 rev 1 or 2, 800-53 rev 4, 800-53A rev 4, 800-60 Vol 1 & 2 rev 1, and 800-171 rev 1 * Experience with government compliance, including FISMA, FedRAMP, RMF, and CSF * Experience with commercial cloud environments; architectures, technologies, and services * Lead at least five FedRAMP or FISMA engagements from kick-off to report delivery CERTIFICATIONS * At least one advanced cybersecurity certification such as: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CRISC, CAP, CASP, or other relevant security certifications, multiple are preferred * At least one vendor-specific cloud-related technology certifications such as: AWS, MS Azure, Google Cloud, Cisco Cloud, VMWare, etc. is preferred * PMP is a plus SKILLS * Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation working in a fast-paced environment * Ability to lead multiple assessment engagements and train junior staff * Excellent communication skills to include the ability to explain technical matters to a non-technical audience * Broad IT background with technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle ## Description The Senior IT Auditor manages assessments for FISMA and FedRAMP, leading teams and ensuring compliance with security standards, while mentoring junior staff. The summary above was generated by AI, The FISMA/FedRAMP Senior Consultant works independently and collaboratively to support and lead client engagements within A-LIGN's FISMA and FedRAMP practices. In this role, the Senior Consultant is responsible for managing standard project execution, overseeing client service activities, assigning work, reviewing team contributions, and ensuring quality reports are delivered. The Senior Consultant provides leadership to Staff Consultants through engagement management and ongoing mentorship., Additionally, the Senior Consultant supports continued organizational growth by contributing to methodology development, technical assessment strategy, and engagement planning as a technical subject matter expert. Using strong experience with FISMA, FedRAMP, and familiarity with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), this role supports and leads teams performing assessments for cloud computing technologies in support of federal compliance requirements. 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