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. Responsibilities 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 Qualifications 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+, PenTest+, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr