Cyber Security Specialist

A federal defense subcontractor based in Carson, is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to join its IT team in an onsite role. Reporting to the IT Manager, this role supports the company’s cybersecurity operations, CMMC Level 2 compliance program, and DoD cyber incident reporting.

• Run diagnostics, monitor SIEM/logging data, and identify system vulnerabilities
• Build, configure, and maintain firewalls, antivirus, and endpoint security
• Apply security patches and remediate vulnerabilities across systems
• Assist the IT Manager in validating and maintaining controls outlined in the company’s System Security Plan (SSP), Incident Response Plan (IRP), Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP), and other CMMC Level 2 / NIST SP 800-171 documentation
• Respond to and report cyber incidents to DoD via DIBNet within 72 hours, accessed through the DoD’s Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), per DFARS
• Write reports on diagnostic findings and incident events
• Test technical defenses and Blue Team (defender) detection capabilities
• Facilitate tabletop exercises to test the incident response plan and crisis communication procedures

• 5+ years in cybersecurity/information assurance, including 3+ years in Windows systems administration
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, SSCP);
  CySA+, Pen Test+, or SecurityX a plus
• Experience with SIEM, Metasploit, audit logging, vulnerability scanning/remediation, IAVM
• Experience with security documentation (SSPs, IRPs); CMMC Level 2 / NIST SP 800-171 experience preferred
• Strong written/oral communication and analytical skills
• Must be able to obtain or maintain access to PIEE for DIBNet cyber incident reporting