CMMC Strategy and Engagement Director

Summary

Join A-LIGN as a CMMC expert, serving as the public voice for our CMMC program and public sector compliance initiatives. You will leverage your expertise in CMMC and other relevant frameworks to represent A-LIGN at industry events, regulatory forums, and digital platforms. Success involves establishing A-LIGN as a thought leader, presenting at conferences and webinars, creating impactful content, and driving lead generation. You will collaborate with sales and marketing teams, build relationships with key players in the DoD, and advise executive leadership. This role requires strong communication and storytelling skills to make complex standards accessible and engaging. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity and compliance, and CMMC certifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, information security, computer science, or another relevant discipline; or combination of relevant education and work experience
• Subject matter expertise in the CMMC standard
• 8+ years active experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or regulatory affairs with strong exposure to defense contracting and government frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to represent organizations publicly, whether through conferences, publications, advisory boards, or media commentary
• Strong storytelling and communications skills, with the ability to make complex standards accessible and engaging
• CMMC Certified Practitioner (CCP) and CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) – or a commitment to actively pursue and obtain a CCP and CCA in the role

Responsibilities

• Serve as the trusted spokesperson on all things CMMC – presenting at conferences, webinars, and panels
• Author articles, white papers, and content to guide the broader market on the implications of the CMMC program and A-LIGN’s related service offerings
• Actively drive key partnerships and collaborate with various A-LIGN team members across sales, marketing, and service delivery
• Stay ahead of regulatory trends and actively contribute to the public discourse on the CMMC program
• Lead the content development and messaging for CMMC on social media and professional platforms, ensuring we present the A-LIGN team as both authoritative and approachable
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to create campaigns, content, and specific messaging that enhances visibility and influence
• Drive consistency and provide clarity across all external narratives relating to our CMMC service offerings
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with key officials in the DoD, CMMC-AB, defense industrial base, and industry partners
• Engage in CMMC and other relevant working groups, representing A-LIGN’s perspective and gaining insights into potential changes to the standards
• Serve as an advisor to the executive leadership team by relaying external developments, risks, and opportunities to the public sector service offerings at A-LIGN

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree is a plus

Benefits

• Employer-Paid Health, Vision, Dental
• 401 (K) Plan with Employer Matching
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time-Off Plan
• Virtual Employment
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Vacation Bonus
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
• Paid Holidays Off
• Certification Reimbursement
• TSA PreCheck Reimbursement
• AAA Reimbursement