IT Specialist/Cybersecurity Specialist

IT Specialist/Cybersecurity Specialist (Berlin, NJ) Job Title: IT Specialist/Cybersecurity Specialist Company: AS&T Position Summary: AS&T is seeking an experienced IT professional to manage and maintain the company’s information technology infrastructure while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements applicable to federal contractors. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing small business IT environments as a sole contributor and implementing cybersecurity frameworks, including CMMC and NIST SP 800-171. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain the company’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, workstations, and cloud services. Oversee cybersecurity practices to ensure protection of company systems and sensitive information. Maintain and support compliance with cybersecurity frameworks such as CMMC and NIST SP 800-171. Implement and monitor security controls, policies, and procedures to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Manage user accounts, access controls, system updates, and patch management. Coordinate with external vendors and managed service providers as needed. Maintain system documentation, security plans, and compliance records. Monitor system performance and respond to cybersecurity incidents or vulnerabilities. Provide technical support to employees and assist with troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues. Support periodic security assessments, audits, and compliance reviews. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum of 5 years of IT administration experience. Experience implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls aligned with CMMC and NIST SP 800-171. Strong knowledge of network security, endpoint protection, and secure system configuration. Experience managing Microsoft environments (Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, etc.). Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or similar. Experience supporting federal government contractors or organizations handling CUI. Experience with cloud security and Microsoft Azure environments. Position Type: Full-time Location: Berlin, NJ (working primarily on-site) Benefits: AS&T offers a competitive salary and benefits package including retirement plan and paid time off. Interested candidates should submit their resume and qualifications for consideration. AS&T is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. AS&T will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. If you are interested in applying for employment and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. AS&T is an EOE/AA Disability/Veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr Advanced-Sciences-and-Technologies-