Job Summary Hydroform USA, a defense industrial base contractor based in Carson, CA, 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 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 Obtain and maintain PIEE access required to support DFARS cyber incident reporting processes Experience 5+ years in cybersecurity/information assurance, including 3+ years administering Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, and endpoint management platforms Bachelor’s degree in a related field Security+, SSCP, CySA+, CISSP , PenTest+, or SecurityX or equivalent DoD 8140-aligned cybersecurity certification 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 Experience tracking Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) Assist with maintenance of SPRS submissions, assessment artifacts, and supporting compliance evidence Experience securing systems that process, store, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Gather and maintain technical evidence supporting NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 compliance DoD or DoD subcontractor IT environment experience desired Strong written/oral communication and analytical skills US citizenship required Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to protecting vital information assets through innovative cybersecurity practices!
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