Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)

Ntiva, Inc.•Mc Lean, VA

5d•$100,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

Are you looking for limitless career opportunities with a company that values growth, innovation, and teamwork? At Ntiva, we’re more than a Managed Services Provider, we’re a community dedicated to helping each other, our clients, and their businesses thrive both personally and professionally. Ntiva is a culture of people who are passionate about the work…and each other. Our clients view us as an essential part of their teams, relying on us for strategic guidance, fast solutions to complex challenges, and proactive support. With strategic locations across the U.S. and leadership from our founder, Steven Freidkin, we’re on the front lines of a fast-paced industry, facing cybersecurity threats and rapid technology changes together. If you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment and enjoy going above and beyond, we’d love to meet you. Come explore one of our many opportunities and grow with us!

Requirements

3–4+ years of IT compliance experience with a strong security focus.
Two full-cycle CMMC Level 2 audit completions with direct, hands-on execution from gap assessment through remediation validation and final documentation (not solely oversight or advisory).
Demonstrated full audit lifecycle experience, including control testing, evidence collection, POA&M management, remediation tracking, and audit documentation.
Background in IT consulting, managed services (MSP), cybersecurity, or compliance advisory services.
Strong knowledge of managed services delivery models and cybersecurity tooling that enable scalable compliance.
Practical understanding of core security technologies, including firewalls and infrastructure controls that support compliance frameworks.
Deep working knowledge of CMMC (Levels 1–2) and NIST 800-171.
Experience accurately tracking and documenting billable time in accordance with client-facing consulting or managed services environments.
Experience supporting GovCon clients and navigating federal regulatory requirements.
Strong documentation and communication skills for both technical and executive audiences.
Ability to communicate professionally, in English, both written and orally.
Ability to write business correspondence and process procedures.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and the general public.
U.S. citizenship due to federal government contract obligations and access to secured information systems.
Must establish a dedicated safe workspace that is free from distractions, hazards, and that is secure from unauthorized access.
Must follow Ntiva’s IT User and Security Policies that include but are not limited to password-protecting all equipment, keeping confidential and proprietary documents secure, refraining from using public Wi-Fi, having adequate arrangements in place to avoid significant interruptions from caregiving responsibilities during work hours (except in emergency situations with manager approval).

Nice To Haves

Experience participating in or preparing clients for C3PAO assessments.
CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) or RPA designation.
Experience supporting sales cycles, including proposal development and compliance-focused client discussions.
Experience contributing to go-to-market strategy, service standardization, and cross-functional enablement across Sales, Account Management, Engineering, and Delivery teams.
Ability to develop repeatable messaging, playbooks, and training materials for compliance programs.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational cybersecurity and compliance guidance and serve as a trusted security advisor to Ntiva’s GovCon clients.
Lead CMMC Level 2 and broader compliance strategies for both prospective and existing clients, supporting new business pursuits while strengthening and expanding current relationships.
Work closely with Sales, Account Management, Engineering, and Delivery teams to align compliance initiatives with client business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Shape Ntiva’s go-to-market approach for compliance services, contribute to the standardization and maturity of the GovCon service stack, and ensure a consistent, scalable, and high-quality client experience across delivery, compliance, and advisory services.
Guide a client through every step of the CMMC Level 2 certification process.
Assist clients in creating comprehensive policies and ensure those policies are accurately mapped to verified controls.
Develop and implement GRC tools.
Provide direct support to Sales and Account Management teams during CMMC and broader compliance discussions with prospective and existing clients, including but not limited to client calls, strategy sessions, and proposal development.
Serve as a subject-matter expert to help shared services teams navigate evolving compliance requirements and client expectations.
Contribute to the development and refinement of Ntiva’s compliance go-to-market strategy, ensuring alignment across sales, delivery, and marketing.
Drive the standardization, documentation, and refinement of the GovCon service stack to ensure a unified and scalable delivery model.
Help ensure Ntiva’s compliance offerings remain competitive, scalable, and aligned with industry standards.
Conduct monthly security log reviews and oversee timely remediation activities to maintain CMMC Compliance.
Document and upload remediation results into the GRC platform.
Escalate critical security and compliance risks to GovCon leadership with clear impact and recommended actions.
Validate that all remediation efforts align with applicable regulatory and contractual requirements.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for employee and family
401k + company-matched contributions 4% match on 5% contribution - no vesting period! (Employee and Company contribute after 90 days)
Group Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage (company provided)
Short-Term (voluntary enrollment) and Long-Term Disability coverage (company provided)
Health Savings Account (HSA) Options / PPO Options
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (PTO) + Volunteer Time Off (VTO) + 8 Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays
Education Reimbursement Program
Generous Employee Referral Program - cash bonus for successful referrals!
Dynamic Recognition and Rewards
Clear Promotion and Advancement Tracks
Work with Industry-Leading Talent