Public Sector Audit and Compliance Specialist :24-02926 - Akraya Inc.

We are seeking a diligent Compliance and Audit Specialist to join our Government Security (GovSec) team, focusing on ensuring our organization adheres to public sector certification requirements through robust audit preparation and compliance support. The ideal candidate will manage and streamline the collection of audit evidence, lead continuous remediation efforts, and facilitate cross-team coordination to maintain and enhance our security posture. This role is essential for managing our public sector certification timelines, supporting policy and documentation updates, and contributing to risk management and mitigation activities to uphold and advance our compliance status.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audit preparation activities for various certifications (e.g., FedRAMP, CMMC) and manage compliance tracking across frameworks.
• Identify and address gaps in continuous monitoring controls, maintaining detailed remediation logs and regular progress reporting.
• Serve as the operational liaison between the GovSec team and cross-functional groups, ensuring clear communication and coordination on audit and certification priorities.
• Assist in reviewing, updating, and mapping policy, procedure, and control documentation to current certification standards and regulatory requirements.
• Propose and support process optimizations and tool integrations (e.g., RADAR) to enhance audit workflows, focusing on efficiency and documentation quality.

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong technical audit knowledge and experience with frameworks like FedRAMP and CMMC.
• Proficient in compliance expertise with an in-depth understanding of NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and other public sector security frameworks.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration abilities to effectively coordinate with various teams including InfoSec and engineering.

Industry Experience Required:

• Experience in the public sector or a strong background in government-related security and compliance efforts is preferred.