Cyber Senior Associate - 360 Advanced, Inc.

COMPANY PROFILE

360 Advanced is a Cybersecurity and Compliance professional services firm that provides customized integrated solutions.  Our clients range across industries and extend from small businesses to the Fortune 500.  We work with client operations in over 40 states and on five continents globally.  We are based in downtown St. Petersburg and are looking for a Senior Associate to join our team.

General Description

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Consultant with 6-8 years of hands-on experience in DOD, federal agency, or contractor environments to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of conducting security assessments, risk evaluations, and compliance audits within these sectors, with deep expertise in frameworks that include FedRAMP, StateRAMP, CMMC, FISMA, and other NIST 800-53 derived requirements. This role demands a versatile professional who can effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between cybersecurity requirements and business objectives. The successful applicant will leverage their insider knowledge of government and contractor operations to assess, develop, and enhance cybersecurity programs for our clients. Based in St. Petersburg, FL, with occasional travel to client sites, this position offers the opportunity to significantly impact our growing portfolio of government and defense industrial base (DIB) focused cybersecurity services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with clients to understand their cybersecurity needs and objectives, and provide expert guidance on FedRAMP, StateRAMP, CMMC, and other NIST 800-53 derived compliance requirements.
• Conduct security assessments and audits to evaluate clients’ existing cybersecurity programs against relevant frameworks. Identify gaps and areas for improvement and develop actionable recommendations.
• Assist clients in designing, developing, and implementing robust cybersecurity and compliance programs. This includes creating policies, procedures, and controls that align with FedRAMP, StateRAMP, CMMC, and NIST 800-53 standards.
• Prepare and review necessary documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other compliance-related materials.
• Support clients in establishing continuous monitoring strategies and processes to maintain compliance over time.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders, keeping them informed of project progress, compliance status, and emerging cybersecurity threats.
• Work on multiple projects in varying stages through completion and issuance of final deliverables. 
• Function within and maintain a team environment.
• Communicate progress to Managers and Directors. 
• Expect 10 - 25% travel for visits to corporate office in St. Petersburg, Florida and various client sites.

Desired Qualifications

     The most critical attributes for success within our team are having interest in what we do; a willingness to learn; exceptional work ethic; a commitment to quality and success; strong writing and communication skills; personal accountability; and loyalty in the way he or she treats their relationships.  These attributes will be given preference to field of study or technical experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CAP or similar are highly desirable.
• 6-8 years of experience in cybersecurity consulting, with a focus on FedRAMP, StateRAMP, CMMC, and/or other NIST 800-53 derived frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to translate complex security concepts into actionable recommendations for clients.
• A willingness to travel occasionally, depending on client needs.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial abilities, client focus, industry savvy, and the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Professional with good oral presentation and written communication skills; strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to communicate security compliance and risk concepts and assessment results to client executive leadership team members.
• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic.
• Strong, demonstrated technical skills necessary for scoping and executing projects. 
• Experience assisting sales in introductory, scoping, solution presentations, proposal reviews, and technical deep-dive calls.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to pull projects over the finish line.
• Professional services industry experience in a related field.