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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SENIOR CONSULTANT (Remote) - **Company:** Emagine IT - **Location:** North Bethesda, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Systems Development Life Cycle - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9045787/senior-consultant-remote ## About the Role * 5-8 years of experience in either auditing or consulting * Strong FedRAMP and NIST experience (in order of preference): FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC * Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical audiences * Broad based IT background with a technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configurations, cryptography, identity and access management, and the systems development life cycle. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with strong presentation skills. * Ability to interact with clients and represent Emagine IT in a professional manner. * Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks. * Serve as a mentor to Associate Security Consultants and Security Consultants on best practices. * Team player able to work well with others in a collaborative manner and is a self-starter who can work with minimum supervision. * Work to continually build and improve solid and well-rounded practices and processes Certification Requirements: * Must have: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) * Must also have one (1) of the following: * CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Continuing Education (CE) * GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) * GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) * GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) * Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) * Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) * Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) * CISSP-Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP) * CISSP-Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP) * CISSP-Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP) * CyberSec First Responder (CFR) * Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) * Certified FedRAMP Inspector: Baltimore Cyber Range (BCR) Certified ## Description Emagine IT has an immediate need for a Senior Consultant to join our team in support of our FedRAMP Team located in North Bethesda, MD, with remote availability. Candidate must have the ability to obtain a government security clearance. 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