Cyber Security Specialist

We are seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to join our IT team in an onsite role in Carson CA. Reporting to the IT Manager this role supports the companys 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 companys 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 DoDs Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) per DFARS 252.204-7012

* 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

* Bachelors 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

* DoD or DoDsubcontractorIT environment experience desired

* Strong written/oral communication and analytical skills

* US citizenship required

* Must be able to obtain or maintain access to PIEE for DIBNet cyber incident reporting