Project Manager - CUI Enclave Implementation (Azure / CMMC)(Remote)

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Type:

Full-Time / Contract

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Project Manager to lead the design, implementation, and compliance alignment of a Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) enclave in Microsoft Azure. This role is pivotal in supporting our organization's efforts to meet CMMC Level 2 requirements and ensure secure handling of CUI in line with DFARS 7012 and NIST SP 800-171 standards.

You will work cross-functionally with cybersecurity architects, cloud engineers, compliance teams, and external assessors to ensure successful delivery of a fully compliant enclave.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle for building a secure CUI enclave in Azure, including execution, monitoring, and closure.

• Collaborate with cloud architects and security teams to define and implement network isolation, identity management, and logging configurations aligned with NIST and CMMC standards.

• Drive the adoption of Azure Government or GCC High cloud services and ensure configuration aligns with compliance goals.

• Coordinate development of key compliance artifacts including System Security Plan (SSP), POA&M, and enclave boundary documentation.

• Oversee implementation of key technologies such as Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Azure AD.

• Work with internal stakeholders and external C3PAOs to prepare for CMMC assessments and audits.

• Manage project risks, schedules, and deliverables; provide regular reporting to executive stakeholders.

• Ensure adherence to project management best practices (Agile or hybrid), maintaining strong documentation and change control.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of project management experience in IT, cloud, or cybersecurity projects.

• Proven experience managing compliance-driven cloud implementations, preferably within DoD, GovCon, or highly regulated industries.

• Deep understanding of CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS 7012.

• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Azure, particularly Azure Government or GCC High environments.

• Experience managing implementation of:

• • Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

• • Azure networking and security controls

• • RBAC, MFA, and Conditional Access

• • SIEM tools like Microsoft Sentinel

• Experience coordinating with security assessors, auditors, or C3PAOs.

• Proficiency in PM tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Certification (PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent)

• Security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+)

• Familiarity with Microsoft Compliance Manager, Azure Blueprints, and Microsoft Purview

• Previous experience managing enclave or secure boundary projects

• Knowledge of ITAR, FedRAMP, and Zero Trust architectures

Clearance / Citizenship:

• U.S. Citizenship required